Exercise Electrocardiography

Catalog description

Class Hours: 1 Lab/Discussion: 1 Credits: 3 Prerequisite: Physical education and sport/exercise science majors and KINS 343 with a grade of “C” or better Description: An introduction to the basic concepts of electrocardiography (ECG), including an understanding of electrophysiology, electrode lead placement, both rhythm strips and 12-lead interpretation. Utilizing electrocardiograms, students will also be able to recognize normal and abnormal rhythms, including those ECG abnormalities brought about by exercise. Normal and abnormal responses during Graded Exercise Testing are also interpreted.