A national survey reveals diverse electrocardiographic monitoring practices and raises questions about the ongoing viability of the monitor technician role.
Diverse ECG monitoring practices raise questions on technician viability but should not alter staffing; leaves open optimal skill-mix models.
How is electrocardiographic monitoring being carried out in various settings? From results of a national survey, the authors describe unit characteristics and monitoring equipment and identify staff roles for carrying out related activities. Although much diversity was found, involvement in monitoring activities was highly consistent with the varying skill mixes in critical care, intermediate care, and "other" units responding. Data regarding the role of monitor technicians in this process raise questions about the viability of this role.
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