Electrocardiogram (ECG)

Electrocardiogram (ECG)

This course is part of Medical-Surgical Nursing: Cardiovascular & ECG Essentials Specialization

Instructor: Rhonda Lawes, PhD, RN

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Intermediate level

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Learn at your own pace

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Describe the purpose and basic principles of electrocardiography.
Identify the components of a normal ECG and their relation to cardiac conduction.
Recognize common dysrhythmias and conduction abnormalities on ECG strips.
Discuss appropriate nursing observations and responses to abnormal ECG findings.

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