Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions related to an electrocardiogram (EKG):

1. Do I need an EKG? Why?
   
   
2. What will an EKG be able to tell you about my health? What will it tell you about my heart?
   
   
3. How long will it take to perform the EKG?
   
   
4. What does the test involve?
   
   
5. Will the EKG be painful in any way?
   
   
6. What type of results do you expect from my EKG?
   
   
7. Do I need to make any special preparations for the test?
   
   
8. Am I currently taking any medications that might interfere with the EKG results?
   
   
9. What type of conditions could an EKG potentially identify?