Saunders Nursing Survival Guide: ECGs and the Heart
By- Cynthia Chernecky, PhD, RN, CNS, AOCN, FAAN, Professor, Department of Physiological and Technological Nursing, School of Nursing, Georgia Health Sciences University, Augusta, GA
- Kitty Garrett, MSN, RN, CCRN, Critical Care Nurse Clinician, St. Joseph Hospital, Augusta, GA
- Beverly George-Gay, RN, MSN, CCRN, Formerly Assistant Professor, Medical College of Georgia School of Nursing, Augusta, GA
- Rebecca Hodges, RN, CCRN, Critical Care Nurse Clinician, St. Joseph Hospital, Augusta, GA
Using lighthearted cartoons and mnemonic tools, this easy-to-read guide simplifies and clearly explains the heart and how it works. It covers the principles of ECG interpretation, to help you understand ECG rhythm and its relationship to cardiac electrophysiology. The 2nd edition features two new chapters on normal sinus rhythm and idioventricular rhythms. Over 100 NCLEX® examination-style questions are included, with 2-3 rhythm strips at the end of most chapters, and 30 more at the end of the book to practice interpretation.
Paperback, 432 Pages
Published: December 2005
Imprint: Saunders
ISBN: 978-1-4160-2878-9
Contents
- 1. Anatomy and Physiology
2. Reference Points for Rhythm Strip Measurments
3. Principles of Rhythm Interpretation & Waveform Analysis
4. Measuring Atrial and Ventricular Rates
5. Analyzing the Rhythm Strip
6. Troubleshooting Problems in Waveforms
7. Electrocardiogram: Monitoring and Electrode Placement
8. Normal Sinus Rhythm (NEW)
9. Sinus Dysrhythmias
10. Atrial Dysrhythmias
11. Junctional Dysrhythmias
12. Premature Ventricular Contractions
13. Ventricular Tachycardia
14. Ventricular Fibrillation
15. Idioventricular Rhythms (NEW)
16. Asystole or Ventricular Standstill
17. Atrioventricular Blocks
18. Cardiac Noninvasive Diagnostic Tests
19. Myocardial Infarction
20. Pericarditis and Cardiac Tamponade
21. Drug Effects, Toxicities and Electrolytes
22. Conduction Defects and Accessory Pathways
23. Special Considerations
24. Rhythm Strip Test
