EKG Courses

In accordance with the American Association of Critical Care Nurses, the purpose of this course is to provide healthcare professionals with a detailed approach to cardiac dysrhythmia interpretation, as well as cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, electrophysiology and treatments of dysrhythmia. This course follows American Heart Association's ACLS guidelines.

• Describe the general anatomical structures of the heart.
• Identify the heart’s electrical properties
• Describe the right-versus the left-sided mechanical functions of the heart.
• Explain proper electrode placement for EKG monitoring.
• Identify the components of the normal EKG complex.
• Utilize the 5-step method for EKG interpretation.
• Identify the criteria for arrhythmias, clinical significance and treatment modalities.
• Identify the assessment sequence and techniques for pulmonary, cardiac and vascular diseases.
• Describe different types of vascular diseases and their complications.
• Outline diagnosis and treatment of acute coronary syndrome (ACS).
• Perform a 12 lead and right-sided EKG.
• Identify frequently used telemetry cardiac drugs, mechanism of action, side effects, adverse effects and nursing considerations.

This class is highly recommended for RNs and LPNs employed in telemetry, step-down units, CCU, ICU, and ER paramedics, EMTs, respiratory therapists, medical students and exercise physiologists. Learn More