Course Overview
This interesting four-hour workshop will give participants a good working knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the heart and how to perform a competent electrocardiogram (ECG). The workshop will cover the following:
- Basic anatomy and physiology of the heart, including the conduction system
- A basic understanding or normal sinus rhythm and some common arrhythmias
- Indications for an ECG
- ECG safety and patient considerations
- Accurate lead placement
- Identifying and troubleshooting trace abnormalities
- Documentation and post procedural care
This workshop gives staff the theoretical knowledge required to undertake this skill. However, they are required to obtain further sign off in their own clinical area through, observed practice, before they can perform this skill independently.
Who will benefit:
The course is for any registered or non-registered healthcare professionals required to perform ECGs in their clinical practice.
Venue:
DREEAM, A Floor, West Block, QMC Campus, Derby Road, Nottingham. NG7 2UH
Start and finish times:
08:00 – 12:00
Refreshments are provided
Previous Course Attendees said:
- "Kerry was great. Very friendly and equipped me with all the information I need to enhance my clinical skills & perform ECG in community."
- “I really enjoyed the day, the tutor delivered it well, clearly had plenty of knowledge and experience. I have built lots of confidence for wound care."
- "Kerry Laffan was fantastic! Very informative and a pleasure to listen to."
- “Very good teaching session. Amazing communication skills and made the learning very interactive and interesting”
- “I loved the practical, getting involved and having a go!”
- "Kerry was very warm, chatting and helped to make you feel comfortable in the learning environment. Good knowledge surrounding ecgs and delivered the information in a way I could understand. Thank you for your support, Kerry!"
- “As a result of the day, I have learnt how to perform an ECG safely and correctly, troubleshooting solutions.”
Faculty
Your course educator is Kerry Laffan who teaches on many of our courses, including ECG, Cannulation and Venepuncture.
Timetable
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