EKG Interpretation and Response: Atrial and Junctional Dysrhythmias and Heart Block

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This program begins with a review of terminology. Then sinus dysrhythmias, including arrhythmia, bradycardia, tachycardia, and pause are discussed using still art and animation. The pathophysiology and symptoms of each abnormality are described. In addition, the corresponding EKG waveforms are illustrated and explained in detail.
Objectives
After viewing this program, the learner will be able to do the following:
1. For premature atrial contractions, atrial fibrillation, and atrial flutter:
a. Describe the pathophysiology.
b. List the 3-lead EKG characteristics.
c. Cite potential causes of the abnormality.
d. State signs and symptoms.
e. Discuss management modalities.
2. For junctional premature beat and junctional tachycardia:
a. Describe the pathophysiology.
b. List the 3-lead EKG characteristics.
c. Cite potential causes of the abnormality.
e. State signs and symptoms.
d. Discuss management modalities.
3. For first degree block, second degree block; Mobitz type I (Wenckebach), second degree
block; Mobitz type II, and third degree or complete block:
a. Describe the pathophysiology
b. List the 3-lead EKG characteristics.
c. Cite potential causes of the abnormality.
d. State signs and symptoms.
e. Discuss management modalities.