Mastering EKG and Arrhythmia Interpretation

Catalog description

This course combines theory and practice, covering the basic anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and terminology of the heart as well as key features of arrhythmias, their physiological consequences, signs and symptoms, accurate diagnosis and management. Through an extensive practical and “hands-on” experience with electrocardiography (EKG) machines, presentations, discussions, and clinical cases, students will learn how to perform EKGs, recognize arrhythmias and describe the differences between EKG rhythm assessments and 12-Lead EKG interpretation. This course meets the needs of many healthcare professionals. This course is designed to prepare to sit for the Cardiac Rhythm Analysis Technician (CRAT) certification examination. (General Biology or permission of instructor)