On APEs (Annual Physical Exams) and EKGs
A HP EKG Machine Brand Review


Many people do really understand the importance of an annual physical exam; however, there are few that disregard having an annual heart exam. Bases on research and boring statistics, it is the heart disease that claims a number of lives each year. More often than not, when a heart disease is caught early, it can be treated, and can prevent any not-so-good consequences.

Enumerated here are some guidelines for scheduling your heart exam:

• It is highly recommended for both men and women need to have annual heart exams. If you have a family history of heart disease, or two more known risk factors (smoking, obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes, lack of exercise, or high cholesterol), you should have your first annual exam around age 35 for men, 40 for women. Otherwise, the first annual exam should occur around 40 for men, and at around the time of menopause for women.
• It should be noted that heart exams should begin with a complete medical history. A general physical exam should be given, including blood pressure and heart rate. Lab tests should include cholesterol and lipid panels, and tests for diabetes. An EKG test should also be conducted. If the EKG machine results show a problem, further testing, including an ambulatory test, a stress test, or heart catheterization may be appropriate.
• Also be reminded that heart exams should be given annually. The best outcomes occur when heart disease is recognized early and treated appropriately.
• And lastly, anyone who experiences symptoms that suggest heart disease should seek earlier evaluation, including emergency care if symptoms of a heart attack are present. Symptoms that suggest heart disease include fainting, dizziness, and weakness, shortness of breath, irregular heart beats, rapid heart beats, and discomfort in the chest during activity.

Moreover, it is important to remember that heart disease does not always give symptoms to warn us that it is present. This is why early and regular testing is important. An EKG machine test is simple, does not take long, and is noninvasive. But the information it provides can save lives, especially when it helps us recognize impending heart disease. While an EKG is an essential tool for providing care for the heart, the information it gives us cannot be evaluated in a vacuum. The EKG machine is just one of the diagnostic tools using in evaluating the condition of the heart and circulatory system. Having portable EKG machines available also gives you the advantage of offering mobile exams.

Speaking of EKG machines, here at EKGSHop.Com, of one the famous brand in electronic devices are being showcased: HP.

Below are some of its notable EKG Machine products:

HP Pagewriter 100 Cardiograph - This machine pays for itself after 85 tests. The HP Pagewriter 100 provides extensive ECG quality-control features including AC noise filtering. Simple, easy-to-use function keys generate 8.5 x 11 inch reports in seconds.

HP Minishot - Pre-configured monitor with ECG. Pre-configured monitor with ECG and a combination of Invasive Pressure, NIBP, SP02, Temperature. The unit has a 7 inch display.

HP PageWriter Trim III Cardiograph - Full page, full alphanumeric keyboard, preview screen for viewing ECGs, with interpretation. This machine pays for itself after 115 tests. Provides a preview screen to view ECGs. Crisp, easy-to-read waveforms.

HP Pagewriter 200 Cardiograph - Provides a preview screen to view ECGs. This machine pays for itself after 95 tests. Non-interpretive, noise-suppressing filters, measurement software included,

HP Merlin (CMS) - CMS modular patient monitor with networking and data management capabilities. This machine pays for itself after 50 tests. ECG, ECG/Respiration. Invasive Blood Pressure, Non-Invasive Blood Pressure (NIBP).

HP PageWriter Touch System - Top of the Line Philips ECG, touch screen display, everything you could want. Precision performance and sophisticated ergonomics converge on the Philips PageWriterTouch, making it easier to record, analyze, print, store and transmit ECGs. Designed for use in large hospitals where high quality and accuracy are paramount, PageWriterTouch makes every step in the testing process easy.

HP PageWriter 300pi Interpretive EKG Machine - Real-time, continuous recording of 3, 6, or 12 channels. HP's value line of cardiographs was designed to offer the high performance you’ve come to expect while focusing only on the essential features you need to order to maximize the value of your money.

HP PageWriter Trim I Cardiograph - Full page, no alphanumeric keyboard, no preview screen, no interpretation. This machine pays for itself after 75 tests. Provides extensive ECG quality-control features including AC noise filtering.

HP Pagewriter XLi Cardiograph - Uses diskettes for storing ECGs. This machine pays for itself after 100 tests. Exact ECG copies can be made automatically at bedside, office or later.

HP PageWriter Trim II Cardiograph - Full page, full keyboard, preview screen for viewing ECGs, no interpretation. This machine pays for itself after 130 tests. Prints 12 lead ECGs on 8.5 x 11 inch z-fold recording paper.   

Hewlett Packard was founded in 1939 and is headquartered in Palo Alto, California. This technology giant company operates more than 170 countries worldwide, and their medical equipment division is extensive and diverse. From handheld technology to help doctors and nurses to large pieces of reliable and user friendly medical equipment, HP offers many different solutions for medical offices, clinics and hospitals.