EKG (ECG) Course Introduction

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Understanding and interpreting electrocardiogram (EKG) rhythms can be confusing and intimidating. This course will show you the basics of how electricity flows through the heart and how that translates onto the EKG waveform.  We’ll break down the most common heart rhythms you’ll be expected to know and make each one of them easy to understand!

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to…

  1. Discuss the basic physiology of the electrical activity in the heart.
  2. Explain the basic parts of the EKG waveform and their significance to the electrical activity in the heart.
  3. Interpret the EKG rhythm waveform for sinus rhythms and discuss the significance for the patient
  4. Interpret the EKG rhythm waveform for abnormal atrial rhythms and discuss the significance for the patient
  5. Interpret the EKG rhythm waveform for abnormal ventricular rhythms and discuss the significance for the patient
  6. Interpret the EKG rhythm waveform for heart blocks and discuss the significance for the patient
  7. Identify deadly or life-threatening EKG waveforms quickly

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EKG (ECG)

Understanding and interpreting electrocardiogram (EKG) rhythms can be confusing and intimidating. However, this comprehensive EKG course is designed to simplify the subject, making it approachable and less overwhelming. In this course, we aim to simplify the fundamental concepts of how electrical impulses traverse the heart and manifest as distinctive patterns on the EKG waveform.

At its core, an EKG is a visual representation of the heart’s electrical activity, and comprehending it requires a fundamental understanding of cardiac physiology. Our course equips you with the essential knowledge to grasp this vital aspect of cardiology. We’ll guide you through the intricate journey of electricity within the heart, illustrating how it culminates in the characteristic EKG tracings.

One of the main challenges in EKG interpretation is deciphering various heart rhythms. This course specializes in demystifying the most prevalent and clinically significant cardiac rhythms you’ll encounter. Whether it’s normal sinus rhythm, atrial fibrillation, or ventricular tachycardia, we break down each rhythm into digestible components, ensuring that you not only recognize them but also comprehend the underlying physiological processes and potential clinical implications.

By the end of this course, you’ll no longer find EKG interpretation intimidating or confusing. Instead, you’ll have the confidence to analyze EKGs effectively and understand the electrical events occurring within the heart. Our aim is to empower you with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in this critical aspect of healthcare. So, join us on this journey to unlock the mysteries of EKG rhythms and gain the expertise to interpret them with ease.

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