ECG Awareness

Course Title:  Basic ECG Interpretation

Course length 2 hours

Maximum number to attend, 20 – 60, up to 20 delegates per course

This course is designed for all staff who are involved in conducting and interpreting ECGs.  

Learning Outcome & Assessment Criteria

Introduction - Anatomy and Physiology

Understand:

Basic anatomy of the heart

Electrical conduction pathway of the heart

ECG Recording

Discuss:

the correct way to record an ECG

Indications and challenges

ECG Interpretation

Identify:

Normal heart rhythm

Abnormal heart rhythm

Discus the differences between:

Sinus Tachycardia and Ventricular Tachycardia

Atrial Fibrillation and Atrial Flutter

Identify:

Most common types of heart block

Detect abnormalities of potassium levels

Practical Session

Candidates will complete a test workbook – identifying different heart rhythms and providing rationale for decision

This workbook is to keep for future reference.

At the end of the training session, there is a written assessment to evidence the learning of the attendees.