Heart of the Matter: EKG Essentials for Medical Assistants
Heart of the Matter: EKG Essentials for Medical Assistants

PLEASE NOTE: Some modules within this course require sound as they are voiceover PowerPoint presentations.

Gain a foundation in electrocardiograms (EKG), including cardiac anatomy and physiology, lead placement and recording, and basic EKG interpretation. Identify common EKG rhythms and cardiac emergencies. Finally, discuss documentation and legal aspects, practical applications, and Holter monitoring.

Modules:

  • Part I: Introduction to EKG
  • Part II: Cardiac Anatomy and Physiology
  • Part III: EKG Lead Placement and Recording
  • Part IV: Basic EKG Interpretation
  • Part V: Common EKG Rhythms
  • Part VI: Cardiac Emergency Recognition
  • Part VII: Technical Considerations
  • Part VIII: Documentation and Legal Aspects
  • Part IX: Practical Applications
  • Part X: Holter Monitoring
  • Part XI: Additional Information & Resources


Those who complete the course and pass the postttest will earn a downloadable digital badge (available as Bonus Content).

Learners will have 50 days from starting the course to complete and pass the posttest.  

Summary
Availability:
On-Demand
Access expires 50 days after start
Cost:
Member: $70.00
Nonmember: $105.00
CEU Offered:
7 Gen/Clin CEUs
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