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Clinical Education Team NHS Lothian | Staff

Recording a 12 Lead ECG

This 2-hour session is hosted online and will provide information on how to perform a 12 lead ECG. Completion of the course requires a completion of clinical work based competencies in the clinical area.

Intended Audience

NHS Lothian Registered Nurses, Midwives and Clinical Support Workers

Learning Outcomes

To develop knowledge, skills and competence in:

  • The key principles of a standard 12-Lead ECG
  • Clinical indications for recording a standard 12-Lead ECG
  • How to record a standard 12-Lead ECG, including precise placement of chest and limb electrodes
  • Trouble shooting and problem solving when performing a 12-Lead ECG

For more information contact: loth.clinicalskillstraining@nhs.scot