Myocardial Damage in Adults
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Description
Myocardial Damage in Adults Course
12.0 Contact Hours
This module includes a review of cardiac anatomy and physiology, coronary arteries, risk factors, history taking, types of infarcts and assessment tips for the patient with chest pain. Basic ECG interpretation is also covered with examples of abnormal ECG findings.
This course has the goal of facilitating knowledge and confidence in the care of the myocardial infarct patient. Myocardial Damage in Adults is also used as a great orientation tool for nurses wishing to pursue a career in the field of Cardiology.
TARGET audience
The learner may be about to begin a new position in a cardiac unit or they may wish to expand their current knowledge base in cardiac assessment. It can also be used as an orientation tool for nurses new to this population.
Objectives
* Describe the basic anatomy of the adult cardiac system
* Describe the coronary arteries and their function
* Discuss the importance of risk factor assessment and history taking
* Distinguish the types of myocardial infarctions and the associated symptoms
* Describe basic 12 Lead ECG interpretation
* Differentiate angina from unstable angina
* Differentiate congestive heart failure from pulmonary edema
* Explain the indications for interventions and tests
* Describe typical and atypical symptoms of cardiac chest pain
* Discuss various treatments for cardiac chest pain and the indications for thrombolytic therapy
* Describe other common causes of chest pain
* Integrate cardiac assessment techniques and critical thinking ability by the use of presented case scenarios
Price
$132.00 for Single User access license.
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