Introduction to ECG
Course Overview:
Candidates will be able to record a 12-lead ECG and interpret what a normal ECG recording looks like.
Indicative Audience:
Health Care Workers are required to undertake ECGs.
Aims of the programme:
- To understand the normal anatomy and physiology of the heart
- To understand the principles of ECG monitoring
- To be able to undertake a 12-lead ECG
- To recognise a normal ECG recording
Course Content:
- Anatomy and physiology of the heart
- Undertaking a 12-lead ECG recording theory and practical session
- Recognising a normal ECG reading
- Introduction to some common causes of abnormal ECG readings
- The role of the health care worker
- Record Keeping
- Referring to a health care professional
Indicative Duration:
1 day