ECG Interpretation: Ventricular and Paced Rhythms

Course Code: REL-ACU-0-EIAVPREMS

Hours: 1

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026

Learning Objectives:
Recall foundational principles of ECG interpretation and how pacemakers function.
Identify various ventricular rhythms on the ECG waveform as well as rhythms associated with the lack of ventricular activity such as asystole and pulseless electrical activity.
Recognize different types of paced rhythms on the ECG waveform as well as how pacemaker malfunctions appear on the ECG.

Outline:
Section 1: Introduction

About This Course

Learning Objectives

Section 2: Basic ECG Principles

ECG Interpretation Quick Review

Knowledge Check

Section 3: Ventricular Rhythms

Ventricular Rhythms

Knowledge Check

Section 4: Paced Rhythms

Paced Rhythms

Knowledge Check

Section 5: Clinical Vignettes

Mr. Patel

Mrs. Jones

Section 6: 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: Emergency Medical Personnel; in the following settings: Acute Care Facility.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.