EMS160 — Electrocardiogram Interpretation
EMS 160 - Electrocardiogram Interpretation EMS 160 - Electrocardiogram Interpretation 2 Credit(s) Recommended e. EMT, CNA, etc.). Course Description: Focuses on a basic introduction and understanding of electrocardiograms (ECGs). It covers information needed to interpret ECGs including anatomy and physiology of the human heart and how it relates to the ECG. Students will also learn basic electrophysiology, how to interpret sinus rhythms, atrial rhythms, junctional and ventricular rhythms, as well as AV blocks and pacemaker rhythms. This course will periodically discuss patient conditions related to an electrocardiogram and make suggestions towards the treatment of those patients. Finally, 12-lead electrocardiograms are introduced and how they relate to patients. Information from this course augments student knowledge for those who desire to work in various medical occupations. Course Learning