This course provides a basic understanding of the 12-lead electrocardiogram. Correct electrode placement using anatomical landmarks will be discussed along with areas of the heart viewed by the leads. A systematic approach to analyzing findings such as ischemia, injury, and infarcts will be reviewed.
Course Publication Date:
December 11, 2019
This course is available with
NO ADDITIONAL FEE if you have an active
one year unlimited membership!
| Author: | Deborah Borelli R.N., CCRN-K, M.S.N. |
| Course No: | ECG9112619 |
| Contact Hours: | 1.00 |
| Delivery Method: | Online Self Study |
| Category: | Medical & Surgical Issues
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Learning Objectives
- Identify the twelve leads of the 12-lead ECG.
- Discuss areas of the heart viewed by the 12-lead ECG.
- Discuss 12-lead ECG findings associated with myocardial ischemia, injury, and infarct.
- Analyze selected 12-lead ECGs for areas of ischemia, injury, and infarct.