Course Code: REL-ACU-0-EIHBSAJREMS
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Recall basic principles of ECG interpretation including lead placement and how the cardiac conduction cycle translates to the ECG waveform.
Recognize the identifying features of different sinus and atrial rhythms on ECG.
Identify different types of junctional rhythms and heart blocks on ECG.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Basic ECG Review
Basic ECG Principles
Knowledge Check
Section 3: Sinus Rhythms
Sinus Rhythms
Practice
Section 4: Atrial Rhythms
Atrial Rhythms
Practice
Section 5: Junctional Rhythms
Junctional Rhythms
Practice
Section 6: Atrioventricular Heart Blocks
Atrioventricular (AV) Heart Blocks
Practice
Section 7: Clinical Vignette
Ms. Davis
Section 8: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
Subject Matter Expert: Laura Bell, BSN, RN, CCRN
Laura Bell, BSN, RN, CCRN is a SME writer for Relias with over 16 years of acute care experience in nursing. She began working in adult critical care at WakeMed Cary Hospital in 2011, obtained her CCRN certification in 2016, and served in the role of Rapid Response/Code Blue/Rounding RN for over 2 years. She continues to work as a staff nurse in the intensive care unit. Laura has a passion for education and excellence in nursing care. She has been involved in numerous special projects and educational activities to improve staff development, evidence-based clinical practice, and patient satisfaction. She continues to strive for excellence in education and clinical development as an acute care course writer.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: EMS Personnel (EMT, EMR, AEMT and Paramedics); in the following settings: Hospitals: Acute.
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To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.
Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.