Interpreting Basic Cardiac Dysrhythmias Without Heartache

Interpreting Basic Cardiac Dysrhythmias Without Heartache is a step by step guide on interpreting basic electrocardiogram (EKG) readings in adults. Students benefit from first understanding normal sinus rhythm, as well as basic dysrhythmias, and then applying this understanding to rhythms that are more advanced and difficult. The book discusses the conduction system of the heart and the purpose of the electrocardiogram. Students learn how to read EKG waveforms and interpret rates and pacing. The book also addresses sinus and atrial dysrhythmias, atrial-ventricular blocks, and ventricular dysrhythmias. Each section of the text includes quizzes that students can use to check their comprehension and progress. Physiology and pathophysiology as they pertain to each dysrhythmia are also addressed, as are common interventions and medications. Clear and concise, Interpreting Basic Cardiac Dysrhythmias Without Heartache is an ideal teaching tool for students in all levels of nursing programs as well as for practicing nurses needing to refresh their knowledge. The practical applicability of the information also makes this a useful guide for paramedics and emergency medical technicians. Cheryl Miller is a registered nurse who earned both her M.S.N. and her Ed.D. at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Dr. Miller is a professor of nursing at Chattanooga State Community College where she teaches medical-surgical nursing specializing in critical care, serves as the chair of the nursing program effectiveness committee, and as liaison with area hospitals for student clinical placement. She is a past recipient of the Chattanooga State Teaching Excellence Award, and the author of Interpreting Arterial Blood Gases: The Easy Way and The Nurse's Guide to Labs: A Quick and Easy Resource.

Interpreting Basic Cardiac Dysrhythmias Without Heartache is a step by step guide on interpreting basic electrocardiogram (EKG) readings in adults. Students benefit from first understanding normal sinus rhythm, as well as basic dysrhythmias, and then applying this understanding to rhythms that are more advanced and difficult. The book discusses the conduction system of the heart and the purpose of the electrocardiogram. Students learn how to read EKG waveforms and interpret rates and pacing. The book also addresses sinus and atrial dysrhythmias, atrial-ventricular blocks, and ventricular dysrhythmias. Each section of the text includes quizzes that students can use to check their comprehension and progress. Physiology and pathophysiology as they pertain to each dysrhythmia are also addressed, as are common interventions and medications. Clear and concise, Interpreting Basic Cardiac Dysrhythmias Without Heartache is an ideal teaching tool for students in all levels of nursing programs as well as for practicing nurses needing to refresh their knowledge. The practical applicability of the information also makes this a useful guide for paramedics and emergency medical technicians.

Written in a clear, easy-to-understand style, Introduction to Basic Cardiac Dysrhythmias, Revised Fourth Edition, uses straightforward language to explain how the heart functions and how to interpret ECGs-essential knowledge that will allow you to anticipate the appropriate treatment for each. Coverage of the 2010 Emergency Cardiovascular Care guidelines are reflected in all topics in the text.

Introduction to Basic Cardiac Dysrhythmias, Fifth Edition, uses clear, accessible language to explain how the heart functions and how to interpret ECGs. Designed for use by the spectrum of EMS, nursing, and other healthcare professionals, the Fifth Edition provides users with the critical knowledge needed to interpret dysrhythmias and determine the appropriate treatment.The Fifth Edition includes:• Coverage of the 2015 ECC and CPR guidelines• New content on basic 12-lead ECG interpretation• Real-life ECG strips to demonstrate each concept • A variety of review tools, including 200 additional practice rhythm strips, 22 case studies, and perforated review flashcards• Numerous review quizzes with a variety of question formats, as well as dysrhythmia practice strips and crossword puzzles• A new, modern design with the same familiar, easy-to-follow feel

Now in full color and updated to reflect the 2010 ECC guidelines, Huszar’s Basic Dysrhythmias and Acute Coronary Syndromes, 4th Edition is structured to match the order in which you learn specific skills: ECG components are presented first, followed by information on how to interpret ECGs to arrive at a diagnosis. More complex material follows basic skills, with advanced sections at the end. Packaged with a free companion CD with 200 practice rhythms and a free heart rate ruler, this edition has been updated throughout and comes loaded with extras designed to enhance your learning. Expert authorship from original author Dr. Robert Huszar and continuing author Dr. Keith Wesley, brings over 40 years of combined field experience to the text and maintain its relevancy to prehospital and hospital providers. Expert panel of reviewers who specialize in ECG interpretation and emergency cardiovascular care also ensure that the material is accurate, current and universal. Coverage of both basic and advanced concepts incorporates the latest research developments and provides material that is pertinent to both beginning and experienced prehospital care providers. - Chapters 1-15 cover ECG basics, 3-lead interpretation and treatment of dysrhythmias, pacemaker rhythms and more. - Chapters 16-19 cover acute coronary syndromes, thrombus formation, and advanced treatment options. Companion CD offers even more practice with 200 practice rhythm self-assessment exercises and answers in PowerPoint format. Drug Caution boxes provide valuable tips and reminders on drug use and administration. Patient care algorithms show you step-by-step management and treatment. Chapter summaries reinforce major concepts and tie information together. Chapter review questions test your understanding of key topics. Heart rate calculator ruler is included free in every text. Advanced level treatment material, such as complete thrombus formation, treatment and management offers critical information for both the hospital setting and the EMS setting. Self-assessment answer keys allow you to check your own work for self-evaluation. Chapter outline offers a quick overview of each chapter’s content. Learning Objective boxes allow you to check off mastered information. Key terms help you learn essential vocabulary and reinforce basic concepts. Illustrations aid comprehension of difficult concepts. Notes sections provide a place to write down your lecture notes and keep information in one place for review.

EKG interpretation can be difficult and intimidating. I assure you, if you read this book from start to finish, you will have no problem understating the most common EKG dysrhythmias. This book is intended to work as a tutorial for interpreting EKG dysrhythmias. It does not include 12-lead EKG interpretation, and it is not a comprehensive text. With that said, it is the best way to get started reading EKG strips and should be a reference for anyone that has to interpret EKGs regularly. I hope you enjoy reading this book. If you find that something is missing, or if you discover any errors at all, please send the information to [email protected]. If you provide new and useful information, I will send you a gift. Hopefully future volumes of this text will be a product of the readers who learn from it.This book may be used as a companion to the online course on dysrhythmias. Please go to ekguniversity.com and click the dysrhythmias menu. You will find The EKG Course videos and you can follow along while you read. The website includes a full course on dysrhythmia management, 12-lead EKG interpretation, and several EKG case studies as well. After you learn dysrhythmia interpretation, you can expand your knowledge by moving on to one of the more advanced topics.

The book has been redesigned and restructured to complement the order in which students learn specific skills: ECG components are presented first, followed by information on how to interpret ECGs to arrive at a diagnosis. More complex material follows basic skills, with advanced sections at the end.

Designed for easy access in the clinical setting, this illustrated guide is ideal for identifying common arrhytmias, bundle branch and fascicular blocks, acute myocardial infarction, and miscellaneous ECG charges. General treatment guidelines are also discussed, along with basic background information such as the electrical conduction system, lead placement, components of the electrocardiogram, and a whole lot more.

This workbook presents a multitude of practice examples to help critical care students and practitioners grasp and excel at key concepts of 12-lead EKG and dysrhythmia interpretation. Designed to supplement any established dysrhythmia textbook, this straightforward resource is ideal for new graduates and nurses who are considering a switch to critical or acute care. This book distills complexities of the 12-lead to determine whether a patient is safe or at risk. Fast Facts Workbook for Cardiac Dysrhythmias and 12-Lead EKGs delivers instruction on all foundational aspects of EKG interpretation. It contains numerous practice examples with instant feedback to provide nursing students with much-needed reinforcement of this often-challenging content. Feedback includes a detailed discussion of the “why” behind the diagnosis and treatment often missed by students and beginning clinicians. The book begins with a section on general rules and procedures. Part I progresses into atrial rhythms, junctional rhythms, AV blocks, ventricular rhythms, pacemakers, and 12-lead EKG, including valuable practice exercises with abundant rhythm strips in each chapter. Part II provides answers to all the practice examples, including correct interpretation, treatment, and discussion. Key Features: Delivers a handy practice workbook on EKG interpretation for new and experienced critical and acute care nurses and students in these specialty areas. Organized to present information from simple to complex Includes numerous practice strips and exemplars with detailed information on correct interpretation, treatment, and discussion Feedback on exemplars promotes critical thinking and clinical understanding. Can be used effectively with all current EKG instructional resources to provide much-needed practice examples Features over 80 practice strips

This guide is for the identification and management of common arrhythmias; bundle branch and fascicular blocks; acute myocardial infarction; miscellaneous ECG changes seen in enlargement of the chambers of the heart; electrolyte imbalances; and pulmonary diseases and certain drugs.