Atrial, Sinus, and Ventricular Rhythms
Hours: 1.00
The 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) is an essential diagnostic tool that provides a window into the electrical conduction of the heart. It can provide helpful, and even vital, information in a wide range of situations. ECGs are primarily utilized by healthcare providers (HCPs) to screen and assess for cardiac irregularities. Unfortunately, HCPs have misinterpreted ECGs due to a lack of the necessary skills to interpret an ECG (24%), or a lack of medical knowledge (16%) which has led to patients’ misdiagnoses (Berndt et al., 2020). It is important for HCPs to understand how to interpret ECG rhythm strips to correctly diagnose the patient and provide timely, necessary treatment.
The 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) is an essential diagnostic tool that provides a window into the electrical conduction of the heart. It can provide helpful, and even vital, information in a wide range of situations. ECGs are primarily utilized by healthcare providers (HCPs) to screen and assess for cardiac irregularities. Unfortunately, HCPs have misinterpreted ECGs due to a lack of the necessary skills to interpret an ECG (24%), or a lack of medical knowledge (16%) which has led to patients’ misdiagnoses (Berndt et al., 2020). It is important for HCPs to understand how to interpret ECG rhythm strips to correctly diagnose the patient and provide timely, necessary treatment.
American Nurses Credentialing Center
In support of improving patient care, Relias LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Nurses will receive 1.00 Nursing Contact Hours after successfully completing this course.
Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education
In support of improving patient care, Relias LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Relias LLC designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
District of Columbia Board of Nursing
District of Columbia Board of Nursing Approved Continuing Education program (CEBroker Provider #50-290).
Nurses will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
Florida Board of Nursing
Florida Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
Georgia Board of Nursing
Georgia Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
South Carolina Board of Nursing
South Carolina Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
West Virginia Board of Registered Nursing
West Virginia Board of Registered Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
New Mexico Board of Nursing
New Mexico Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
Arkansas State Board of Nursing
Arkansas State Board Of Nursing Approved Continuing Education program (CEBroker Provider #50-290).
Nurses will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
Kentucky Board of Nursing
Kentucky Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
Mississippi Board of Nursing
Mississippi Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
North Dakota Board of Nursing
North Dakota Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
Florida Board of Medicine
Florida Board of Medicine (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Physicians will receive 1.00 AMA PRA category 1 Credits™.
Ohio State Medical Board
State Medical Board of Ohio (CEBroker Provider #: 50-290)
Physicians will receive 1.00 AMA PRA category 1 Credits™.
Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners (CEBroker Provider #: 50-290)
Physicians will receive 1.00 AMA PRA category 1 Credits™.
Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure
Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure (CEBroker Provider #: 50-290)
Physicians will receive 1.00 AMA PRA category 1 Credits™.
New Mexico Medical Board
Physicians will receive 1.00 AMA PRA category 1 Credits™.
South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners
South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Tennessee Board Of Medical Examiners
Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Physicians will receive 1.00 AMA PRA category 1 Credits™
Identify the components of a cardiac cycle and how to record an ECG.
Recognize the characteristics of atrial, sinus, and ventricular rhythms on an ECG and their different etiologies.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: The Formation of the Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Cardiac Conduction System Review
ECG Overview
Review
Rhythm Strip Review
Components of the ECG
How to Interpret an ECG Rhythm Strip
Review
Summary
Section 3: Sinus Rhythms
Overview of Sinus Rhythms
NSR
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Review
Summary
Section 4: Atrial Rhythms
Premature Atrial Contractions (PACs)
Sinus Arrhythmia
Sick Sinus Syndrome (SSS)
Atrial Fibrillation (AF)
Atrial Flutter
Supraventricular Tachycardia (SVT)
SVT Variations
Review
Summary
Section 5: Ventricular Rhythms
Premature Ventricular Complexes (PVCs)
Idioventricular Rhythm
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Ventricular Fibrillation (VF)
Review
Summary
Section 6: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Alia Lutz, BSN, RN, has over 10 years of experience as a Registered Nurse with a focus on cardiothoracic, respiratory, and coronary care. She has also had experience in Med-Surg, step-down and ICU. Prior to joining Relias as a SME and Content Writer for acute care, she provided virtual education and injection training on injectable biologics to patients, reported adverse events, and was a patient advocate. She has collaborated with peers on creating job aids, writing policies, and improving quality of care and documentation. Alia received her Bachelors in Nursing from Otago Polytechnic in New Zealand in 2011. Disclosure: Alia Lutz, BSN, RN has no Relevant Financial or Non-Financial Relationship with ineligible companies to disclose.
The target audience for this course is: Nurses; Physician Assistants; Physicians; in the following settings: Acute Care Facility.
Asynchronous/Online Distance Learning; please see certificate details for specifics on delivery format.
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