DMSG 113 - Non-Invasive Cardiac Testing/ECG

Institution:

Northampton County Area Community College

Subject:

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Description:

This course provides instruction in cardiac anatomy and physiology, electrophysiology, basic Electrocardiogram (ECG) interpretation, and arrhythmia recognition. Additionally, this course discusses 12 Lead ECG interpretation specifically related to acute coronary syndrome. A foundation in the basic principles of electrocardiography is provided. An overview of the theory and diagnostic techniques utilized by technologists in a noninvasive laboratory is presented. An emphasis is placed on the development of a systematic approach to electrocardiographic interpretation, dysrhythmia analysis, exercise stress testing, Holter monitoring, nuclear medicine procedures, and pacemaker evaluation. Restricted to DMS students.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.northampton.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 861-5300

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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