Electrocardiography elective

Catalog description

This 2-week elective web-based rotation involves self-paced, and self-directed learning. Students may complete the assigned coursework from any Internet accessible location. Goals: The major course goal is to achieve competence in Basic Electrocardiography Skills. A secondary goal of the course is to explore self- directed learning so students may be able to further their education while interviewing. Objectives: At the end of this 2 week rotation each student will be able to: Analyze an EKG correctly. Recognize the rate, rhythm and axis of EKGs Describe the normal morphology of each waveform in each lead Diagnose abnormalities like LVH, RVH, on the EKG Diagnose the various manifestations of ischemia on an EKG Differentiate between left and right bundle branch blocks Describe the appearance of different electrolyte abnormalities on the EKG Differentiate various wide and narrow complex tachycardia Differentiate between the AV blocks Interpret the rhythm Use time management techniques effectively Develop an effective system of independent learning