ICVT1430

EKG Interpretation provides a detailed understanding of the components and make-up of the cardiac conduction system. This course covers the physiologic components of an EKG, from basic to advanced concepts. Students will have the opportunity to perform, analyze, and interpret 12-lead EKGs performed on fellow classmates or other living patients. Additional focus will include normal rhythms, atrial rhythms, ventricular rhythms, heart blocks, and acute myocardial infarction recognition and location.Student Learning Outcomes

• Describe phases in the action potential of the cardiac cell
• Label Einthoven's triangle as it pertains to limb leads and augmented leads
• Identify P wave, QRS complex, T wave, ST segment, PR interval, and PR segment on a normal EKG
• Demonstrate proper 12-lead EKG patch placement on a living patient (classmate, family member, etc.)
• Interpret EKG rhythm strips containing normal sinus rhythms, atrial rhythms, junctional rhythms, ventricular rhythms, and AV(atrioventricular) blocks.
• Identify temporary and permanent pacemaker indications
• Recognize the location of myocardial infarction based on EKG interpretation.