ECG Interpretation: An Incredibly Easy Pocket Guide (Incredibly Easy! Series)

New at ECG interpretation? No need to go it alonekeep the basic skills and concepts at your fingertips, with ECG Interpretation: An Incredibly Easy! Pocket Guide .Use this enjoyable reference for ataglance reviews of how to use and monitor ECG equipment, obtain and interpret rhythm strips, and accurately spot and treat arrhythmias. Full of helpful charts, illustrations, and easytorelateto definitions, this is the perfect onthespot guide for students, new nurses, and all those looking for expert guidance on the job.Increase onthejob or classroom confidence with this musthave pocket guide, featuring:NEW and updated content in quickread, bulleted format, with easytoremember guidance on topics including: o Identifying and interpreting atrial, junctional, ventricular, sinus node, and atrioventricular arrhythmias o ECG effects of electrolyte imbalances o ECG effects of antiarrhythmics o Basic and advanced electrocardiography, including equipment uses and components o Waveform types and components Dozens of photos, drawings, and diagrams clearly outline key concepts, including: 8step method of ECG evaluation Identifying and monitoring disorders, rhythm disturbances, and electrolyte imbalances Placement of different types of leads Identifying and solving monitor problems Interventions Administering nonpharmacologic and pharmacologic treatments for arrhythmias, including pacemakers, ICDs, and antiarrhythmics Special features: Memory jogger Memory tricks that help you remember key concepts and treatments Through the ages Identifies differences in ECG interpretation and pacemaker needs, according to the patients age Help desk Explanations of monitoring equipment components and functions What causes it Causes of different disorders, imbalances, and arrhythmias What to look for Tips on identifying and interpreting arrhythmiaHow its treated Steps to take for a variety of treatmentNurse Joy and Nurse Jake Expert insights on ECG methods and problemsolvingEndofbook guides and tests: The Test Zone Practice Q&A Quick guide to arrhythmias ACLS algorithms: The Pulseless Arrest, Tachycardia, and Bradycardia Guide to antiarrhythmic drugs Guide to choosing monitoring leadsAbout the Clinical EditorJessica Shank Coviello, DNP, APM, ANPBC, is Associate Professor and Director of the Doctor of Nursing Practice Program at Yale Univers