Margaret Agard (Author, Illustrator)
EKG Series – An Overview
Many nurses may feel intimidated by learning to read an EKG. This series is a popular must have for learning to read EKGs, it has been
broken down into bold illustrations, simple language, humor and easy learning.
Part 1 (What is wrong with this EKG) gives a basic description about how to interpret the EKG rhythm. P, QRS and T waves are identified
on graph paper. The heart as a pump and the electrical conduction system is described in great detail. Sinus rhythms, AV blocks (first degree, second degree types 1 and 2 and 3rd degree AV blocks are included), pacemaker intervention, temporary pacemaker, transcutaneous pacing, atrial rhythms(atrial fibrillation and its relation to stroke), ventricular rhythms such as V-tach and V-fib, PEA and asystole.
The use of oxygen, drugs such as Epinephrine, Dopamine, Amiodarone are discussed.
Cardioversion as a form of treatment for atrial fibrillation is also identified. Myocardial Infarction, its causes and treatment are also discussed.
Product Details
- Print Length: 75 pages
- Publisher: Dear Nurses (October 6, 2012)
- Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
- Language: English
- ASIN: B009MU0ZCW
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