Anatomy review of the human heart -- Physiology review of the heart's conduction system -- Basics of the 12-lead EKG -- Heart rate -- The PR, QRS, and QT intervals -- Axis : the science of direction -- Atrial arrhythmias -- Ventricular arrhythmias -- Junctional rhythm, heart block, and pacemakers -- Hemiblock -- Right bundle branch block -- Left bundle branch block -- The partially-occluded artery : angina and non-ST elevation MI -- The totally occluded artery : ST elevation MI -- Prolonged arterial occlusion : Q waves and equivalents -- Atrial abnormalities -- Left ventricular hypertrophy -- Right ventricular hypertrophy -- Drug and electrolyte effects -- Clinical conditions that affect the EKG.
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This practical and comprehensive text serves as a step-by-step 'hands on' workbook approach to learning 12-Lead EKG interpretation. The authors introduce the content and technical understanding needed for the student to interpret, analyze, and 'comprehend' the variety of rhythm strips involved with 12-lead EKGs. The book begins by discussing basic principles of anatomy and physiology, including a review of the heart's electrical system. The remaining chapters introduce the most vital concepts to be mastered before continuing on. Each section is also followed by convenient practice worksheets.