Which of the following is a cardiac diagnostic test that measures the electrical activity of the heart through the placement of electrodes on the chest and limbs?

A) Echocardiography
B) Angiography
C) Stress test
D) Electrocardiogram
E) Cardiac catheterization

Electrocardiogram

A test that records the electrical activity of the heart over a period of time using electrodes placed on the skin. It's used to detect heart conditions.

Electrical Activity

The movement of electrons or charged ions that creates electrical signals, as seen in the nervous system and heart.

Cardiac Diagnostic

refers to tests and procedures used to assess the cardiovascular system's function and diagnose heart conditions.