This artifact occurs when the electrodes are old or poor skin preparation occurred.

Name: This artifact occurs when the electrodes are old or poor skin preparation occurred.
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Wandering baseline artifact is caused by:
• Poor skin preparation: patient has oily skin or used lotion. The electrodes are falling off.
• Electrodes are old: dirty or expired electrodes.
• Placement of electrodes: if electrodes are placed on bony areas

This Artifact Occurs When the Electrodes Are Old or Poor