*Registration payment includes Credit Cards and Interfund Transfers ONLY.
RNs, LPNs, cardio-vascular monitor techs, and other healthcare professionals with VERY LIMITED OR NO experience in ECG rhythm interpretation who wish to master the skill of the very basics of ECG interpretation
This virtual program, spanning two half-days, aims to help participants acquire knowledge in basic ECG interpretation. Attendees have the option to join either Part I, Part II, or both sessions. See further details below.
Basic ECG Interpretation Part I | March 21, 2024 | 9 AM - 12:30 PM
This ECG Interpretation Part I is designed to improve interpretation of ECG rhythms. A systematic approach will be utilized to identify waveforms, measurements of intervals, and calculation of heart rate. This 3-hour workshop will focus on sinus rhythms, atrial arrhythmias, heart blocks, and pacemakers. This also details the nursing responsibilities and first line treatments for common dysrhythmias.
Learning Outcome:
This program will enhance the basic knowledge of ECG interpretation.
Basic ECG Interpretation Part II | March 22, 2024 | 9 AM - 12:30 PM
Basic ECG Interpretation Part II is designed to enhance the bedside nurse’s knowledge on ECG interpretations in order to promote positive patient outcomes. This 3-hour workshop will provide participants with content that focuses on ischemic changes on an ECG, ventricular arrhythmias, left and right bundle branch block, utilization of emergency drugs, and actions for the treatment of dysrhythmias.
Learning Outcome:
The program will review normal and abnormal rhythms and treatments of dysrhythmias.
Speaker:
Tracy Elizabeth Vernon-Platt, DNP, ANP-BC, RN
Lead Faculty | AGPCNP Program & Assistant Professor
UNC Chapel Hill, School of Nursing
CE Information:
3.0 Nursing Contact Hours will be awarded for each part.
South East Area Health Education Center is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the North Carolina Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
This program is jointly provided with South East AHEC, South Piedmont AHEC, Southern Regional AHEC and Eastern AHEC. It is being offered in cooperation with UNC Chapel Hill School of Nursing.
Live Webinar Information
This Live Webinar will be broadcast with Zoom. Instructions to join the Live Webinar will be emailed prior to the event. You can test your computer by going to the Zoom Test Page
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Yuen Cheung DNP, RN, NPD-BC, 704-512-6523
