Course Code: REL-ACU-0-ECGANRR
Hours: 2
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives:
Identify the anatomy and physiology of the heart and cardiac conduction system.
Recall how the electrocardiogram translates electrical impulses to the ECG waveform, including placement of leads and electrodes.
Identify components of the ECG waveform and how they relate to the cardiac cycle.
Interpret cardiac rhythms accurately and discern between those that are normal and abnormal.
Analyze cardiac rhythm strips using a step-by-step approach.
Outline:
Section 1: Cardiac Anatomy
ECG Analysis and Rhythm Recognition
Anatomy of the Heart
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 2: The Cardiac Conduction System
Electrical Conduction in the Heart
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: ECG Basics
Basics of ECG Monitoring
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Understanding Sinus Rhythms
Sinus Rhythms
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 5: Understanding Atrial Rhythms
Atrial Rhythms
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 6: Understanding Junctional Rhythms
Junctional Rhythms
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 7: Understanding Ventricular Rhythms
Ventricular Rhythms
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 8: Understanding Atrioventricular Blocks
Atrioventricular Blocks
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 9: Understanding Paced Rhythms
Paced Rhythms
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 10: Additional ECG Anomalies
Additional ECG Anomalies
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 11: Practice
Putting it into Practice
Section 12: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
Subject Matter Expert: Laura Bell, BSN, RN, CCRN
Laura Bell, BSN, RN, CCRN is a SME writer for Relias with over 16 years of acute care experience in nursing. She began working in adult critical care at WakeMed Cary Hospital in 2011, obtained her CCRN certification in 2016, and served in the role of Rapid Response/Code Blue/Rounding RN for over 2 years. She continues to work as a staff nurse in the intensive care unit. Laura has a passion for education and excellence in nursing care. She has been involved in numerous special projects and educational activities to improve staff development, evidence-based clinical practice, and patient satisfaction. She continues to strive for excellence in education and clinical development as an acute care course writer.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: EMS Personnel (EMT, EMR, AEMT and Paramedics); Medical Providers; Nursing Personnel; in the following settings: Hospitals: Acute, Pre-Hospital Care Setting.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.