ECG Identification of Acute Changes: From 12 Steps to 12 Leads

Activity Summary

Required reading for all learners: Implicit Bias impacts patient outcomes

This presentation takes the learner through a stepwise approach in 12 lead ECG interpretation to assist them in identifying acute changes that indicate coronary ischemia. The 12 step process starts with identifying the rhythm, rate and complexes, and uses a systematic approach in interpretation. Learners can practice their new skills of interpretation by projecting sample 12 lead ECGs.

Objectives

Develop a systematic approach to interpreting 12 lead ECGs and identifying acute changes.
Distinguish an area of infarction, injury or ischemia based on grouping the leads.
Employ identification skills by using case studies involving 12 lead ECGs.

Continuing Education Disclosure Statement

Successful Completion

Learners must attend/view/read the entire activity, read Implicit Bias impacts patient outcomes, and complete the associated evaluation to be awarded the contact hours or CERP. No partial credit will be awarded.

Accreditation

The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider number CEP 1036, for 1.25 contact hours.

Accreditation refers to recognition of continuing education only and does not imply AACN, ANCC, or CBRN approval or endorsement of any commercial products discussed or displayed in conjunction with this educational activity.

Disclosure

Any relevant relationship between an ineligible company and an individual with the ability to influence clinical content will be identified by the Nurse Planner within the activity. Any relevant relationship between an ineligible company and an individual with the ability to influence clinical content has been mitigated.

AACN programming meets the standards for most states that require mandatory continuing education contact hours for license and/or certification renewal. AACN recommends consulting with your state board of nursing or credentialing organization before submitting CE to fulfill continuing education requirements.

Refund Policy

Continuing Education Activities are nonrefundable.