Barangay Gordon Heights equips local ambulance with new ECG monitor

Emergency medical responders in Barangay Gordon Heights can now better monitor patients with potential heart conditions during transport following the acquisition of a new electrocardiogram monitor. Punto! Central Luzon reported that the device was acquired under the leadership of Barangay Captain Priscella Echie Ponge in Olongapo City. [1]

The new equipment measures and records the electrical activity of the heart. According to Punto! Central Luzon, trained emergency medical technicians will use the device to monitor patient heart rhythms and detect irregularities while en route to medical facilities. [1]

Punto! Central Luzon noted that electrocardiogram monitoring is especially valuable for individuals suffering from chest pain, difficulty breathing, or dizziness. These symptoms often indicate underlying heart issues that require immediate observation during emergency transport. [1]