ECG Interpretation Made Incredibly Easy

ECG Interpretation Made Incredibly Easy

• ECG Interpretation Made Incredibly Easy
• ABIS BOOK
• Lippincott Williams and Wilkins

<DIV>Deliver safe, accurate care during electrocardiographic monitoring, with the newly updated <B><I>ECG Interpretation Made Incredibly Easy!</I></B> Sixth edition. This easy-to-follow, fully illustrated text explains the basics of cardiac physiology, then leads you through recognizing and treating arrhythmias, with step-by-step guidance on current medications, devices, and monitoring equipment. Take advantage of this real-world, expert nursing advice to reinforce your class materials, prepare for the NCLEX or certification exam, and strengthen your ECG interpretation skills.<BR /><BR /><B>Features:</B><BR />· Coverage of topics including:<BR />o ECG fundamentals – cardiac anatomy and physiology; obtaining and interpreting a rhythm strip<BR />o Identifying and interpreting arrhythmias – atrial, junctional, ventricular, atrioventricular, and more<BR />· Hundreds of photos, illustrations, and diagrams explain key concepts and provide clear direction on vital procedures, including:<BR />o The 8-Step Method for interpreting a rhythm strip<BR />o Nonpharmacologic and pharmacologic treatments for arrhythmias, including pacemakers, ICDs, and antiarrhythmics<BR />o Obtaining and interpreting a 12-lead ECG<BR />o Troubleshooting equipment problems<BR />· Helpful practice questions and quick guides include:<BR />o End-of-book multiple choice Q&A<BR />o Sample rhythm strips to help you practice your interpretation skills<BR />o A Quick Guide to arrhythmias<BR />· <B>Special features:</B><BR />o <I>Ages and stages</I> – Identifies differences in ECGs and pacemaker needs, according to the patient’s age<BR />o <I>Now I get it</I> – Clear-cut directions for performing complex procedures, such as using an automated external defibrillator<BR />o <I>Don’t skip this strip</I> – Identifies the arrhythmias that have the most serious consequences<BR />o <I>Mixed signals</I> – Insights on solving common problems in ECG monitoring and interpretation<BR />o <I>I can’t waste time</I> – Key points you need to know for conditions that require quick identification and treatment<BR />o <I>Quick quiz</I> – Questions with answers/explanations at end of every chapter, to help you remember vital points</DIV>