EKG recording accessory system (EKG RAS)

A disposable EKG precordial pad comprising:

• a pad body for conductive attachment to a patient's torso, with a first and a second surface, with a plurality of electrodes which are embedded in said pad body but which extend from said pad body before application for contact with a patient, and with an adhesive surface on said second surface for contact with said patient's skin;
• a temperature sensor;
• an adhesive cover, which is removable for exposing said adhesive surface before use;
• at least one electrode extension device, for causing at least one of said plurality of electrodes to extend beyond said adhesive surface when said adhesive cover is removed, wherein
• said electrode extension device is a biased member mounted between each of said plurality of electrodes and said pad,
• said electrode extension device is held in biased position by said adhesive cover, and
• said electrode extension device moves at least one of said plurality of electrodes away from said pad when said adhesive cover is removed;
• and
• a positioning device for use with a patient for orienting and positioning said pad body for correct positioning on said patient.