ICVT2427

Catheterization Lab Fundamentals II is a continuation of ICVT 1424 Catheterization Lab Fundamentals I. Learners will gain in-depth knowledge of cardiac medications and use. This course has additional emphasis on heart failure, advanced cardiovascular diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, percutaneous coronary intervention procedures, cardiac surgical procedures, pacemakers, and electrophysiology.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:

• Define selected terms related to percutaneous coronary interventions and cardiac surgical procedures.
• Compare and select appropriate interventional tools for the stated procedure.
• Describe the CVT role in angioplasty/stent placement and other interventional procedures.
• Describe the proper use of cardiac medications during a cardiac cath procedure.
• Describe the CVT role in a variety of electrophysiology studies and temporary and permanent pacemaker procedures.
• Identify the use and function of an intra-aortic balloon pump.
• Analyze hemodynamic data required to calculate valve areas.
• Identify surgical instruments used in permanent pacemaker implantation.