HLTH107 — Basic Electrocardiograms
1.0 HR. (OC) Prerequisite: Department approval. This course is designed to prepare the student to perform electrocardiograms. Emphasis is placed on lead placement, artifact, and machine operation. Basic anatomy and physiology of the cardiac system and electrophysiology are presented. Lethal dysrhythmias will be discussed. Practical skills experiences will be provided to correlate with the course content. One-half lecture and one and a half laboratory hours per week or equivalent.