Updated and improved for its Fourth Edition, this practical reference makes learning to interpret rhythm strips easy and fun. It uses a light-hearted writing style, abundant illustrations, and hallmark Incredibly Easy! features to help readers remember key points.

Chapters review cardiac anatomy and physiology, explain how to obtain and interpret rhythm strips and 12-, 15-, and 18-lead ECGs, and teach readers how to recognize and manage arrhythmias. This edition's explanation of the 8-step method of rhythm strip interpretation has been expanded and clarified with new illustrations. Other highlights include nearly 50 additional practice strips and up-to-date ACLS algorithms.

Now in its fourth edition and better than ever, ECG Interpretation Made Incredibly Easy! makes learning to read and interpret rhythm strips easy and fun. This practical reference uses a unique, light-hearted writing style that makes learning this complex information non-threatening and highly enjoyable. This entertaining reference reviews fundamental cardiac anatomy and physiology, explains how to obtain and interpret a rhythm strip, and teaches the reader how to recognize and treat sinus, atrial, and ventricular arrhythmias as well as heart blocks. In addition, ECG Interpretation Made Incredibly Easy!, Fourth Edition, explains how to obtain and interpret 12-lead ECGs. Special elements found throughout the reference make it easy to remember key points. Each chapter features: A summary of key points; clear, simple explanations of problems; definitions of key terms; illustrations that clearly explain key concepts; bulleted lists and checklists that make it easy to spot important points at a glance; marginalia that highlight key facts about ECG interpretation; and quick quizzes to test knowledge.

Cardiac Anatomy and Physiology
Obtaining a Rhythm Strip
Interpreting a Rhythm Strip
Sinus Node Arrhythmias
Atrial Arrhythmias
Junctional Arrhythmias
Ventricular Arrhythmias
Atrioventricular Blocks
Nonpharmacologic Treatments
Pharmacologic Treatments
Obtaining a 12-Lead ECG
Interpreting a 12-Lead ECG

Appendices:
Practice Makes Perfect
Brushing Up on Interpretation Skills
Look-Alike ECG Challenge
Quick Guide to Arrhythmias
ACLS Algorithms
Glossary
Index

(Note: the order of the appendices may change)

Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Imprint: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Distributor: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Publication Date: 09-01-2007
Pages: 384
Measurements: 9.25in X 7.50in X 1.45lb