An Introduction to ECG Interpretation

This masterclass aims to introduce the participants to a basic ECG overview and basic interpretation of ECG’s.

Description

This will cover:

  • a basic overview of cardiac anatomy and physiology.
  • discuss the key ECG waveforms in relation to cardiac physiology.
  • a brief overview of ECG monitoring 3 lead 5 lead 12 lead.
  • an understanding of the classic 12 lead ECG regarding presentation and basic interpretation of the ECG,                                                                                      regularity and rate calculation and simple methods to assess these.
  • briefly outline long QT and R on T regarding ECG monitoring.
  • ACS ST changes regarding 12 lead and ECG monitoring.
  • cardiac Pacing and key ECG changes.
  • AV and Bundle branch blocks.
  • an overview of common heart rhythms in regard to ECG monitoring