ECG Interpretation and Treatment
Learn to Interpret Cardiac Arrhythmias
Who Should Attend?
Healthcare professionals and students who work in settings where ECG interpretation is part of their role are encouraged to attend. This course is recommended for persons who are preparing to complete the ACLS course.
Date: Offered Quarterly
Location: MSU Learning and Assessment Center, 6th floor East Fee Hall, East Lansing MI
Time: Arranged per course
Contact Hours: 22.5 nursing continuing education contact hours
Cost: $250.00 includes all material
Format: Face-to-face learning sessions
Participants: Maximum 20, Minimum 4
The focus of this course will be on learning to interpret cardiac arrhythmias and knowing what to do when your patient is experiencing them. Each week we will be exploring different arrhythmias. We will also practice treatment in a simulation atmosphere, which will enhance the learning experience. The treatment will be based on the American Heart Association (AHA) ACLS guidelines.
Topics
- Arrhythmia identification and interpretation
- Pathophysiology of the cardiac system
- Treatment and interventions
- Simulation and practice
Instructor: Laura Prochnow RN, BSN is an experienced nurse educator. Laura is a dynamic speaker who engages her students with interactive learning and simulation experiences.
Laura Prochnow
Simulation Manager,
MSU Learning and Assessment Center
517/355-2247
Laura.Prochnow@hc.msu.edu
For more information please call 517/355-6525 or email nurse.ce@msu.edu.
