NURSING 404 - Basic Electrocardiography

Institution:

Capital University

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Description:

This course is designed to provide an introduction to electrophysiology and electrocardiography. Anatomy, physiology, action potentials, and interpretation of cardiac rhythm strips are highlighted. Cardiac dysrhythmias (including sinus, atrial, junctional, ventricular, AV blocks and paced rhythms), their causes and treatments will be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on strip analysis and critical thinking relative to treatment of dysrhythmias. This course is graded pass/fail. Open only to senior students.

Credits:

1.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.capital.edu

Phone Number:

(614) 236-6101

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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