-Gillian is a cheerful, active teenager who is having an ECG as part of a physical required by her school to participate in cheerleading activities. You explain that she needs to remain very still while you record the ECG. You begin the tracing, as shown in the picture. Although Gillian remains still, when she sees the look on your face, she asks, "What's wrong?" What abnormality is visible in lead V₆, and what is your best choice of action?

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The abnormality described as "lead V₆" is likely a typographical error or a fictional lead for the purpose of the question. However, the mention of a "flat line" in the choices indicates a complete lack of electrical activity on the ECG, which is not consistent with a patient who is conscious and talking, as Gillian is. This suggests that the issue is likely due to a technical problem such as loose or disconnected wires rather than a medical emergency requiring CPR.

-Gillian Is a Cheerful, Active Teenager Who Is Having an ECG