After you have prepared the ECG machine and attached the electrodes and leads to the patient, what is the next thing you do if you are using an automatic ECG machine?
A)Make sure the machine is set to lead I.
B)Run a few complexes and insert a standardization mark.
C)Set the machine to print an interpretation along with the tracing.
D)Press the Run or Auto button on the ECG machine.

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If you are using an automatic ECG machine, you should press the Run or Auto button on the machine after attaching the electrodes and leads to the patient. This will start the ECG recording process.

After You Have Prepared the ECG Machine and Attached the Electrodes