electrocardiogram
electrocardiogram — noun
- electrocardiogramsingular
- electrocardiogramsplural
1. a printed or digital record that shows the electrical signals of your heart as a
1.noun
Definition
a printed or digital record that shows the electrical signals of your heart as a set of wave lines, used by doctors to see how the heart is working
Example
The nurse attached the electrocardiogram to the chart for the cardiologist to read.
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Mrs. Okonkwo's electrocardiogram showed a minor irregularity that did not need treatment.
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The electrocardiogram from the ambulance confirmed a heart attack was occurring.
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The doctor ordered an electrocardiogram after Mr. Yamamoto complained of chest pain.
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You just lie still while the stickers are on your chest during an electrocardiogram.
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Etymology
First known use
1895
1895, in the meaning defined above