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Saunders Nursing Survival Guide: ECGs and the Heart

  • 2 Edición - 26 de enero de 2006
  • Última edición
  • Autores: Cynthia C. Chernecky, Kitty Garrett, Beverly George-Gay, Rebecca K. Hodges
  • Idioma: Inglés

Using lighthearted cartoons and mnemonic tools, this easy-to-read guide simplifies and clearly explains the heart and how it works. It covers the principles of ECG interpretation,… Leer más

Descripción

Using lighthearted cartoons and mnemonic tools, this easy-to-read guide simplifies and clearly explains the heart and how it works. It covers the principles of ECG interpretation, to help you understand ECG rhythm and its relationship to cardiac electrophysiology. The 2nd edition features two new chapters on normal sinus rhythm and idioventricular rhythms. Over 100 NCLEX® examination-style questions are included, with 2-3 rhythm strips at the end of most chapters, and 30 more at the end of the book to practice interpretation.

Puntos claves

  • Unique presentation of content allows students to survive and thrive.
  • Material is presented using adult learning principles and various active-learning strategies to engage nursing students of all ages, backgrounds, and learning styles.
  • Consistent chapter format breaks down information into small units and reinforces an effective thinking process.
  • Special icons for Lifespan Considerations, Cultural Implications, Web Links, and Cautions help the student quickly identify special content in the chapter.
  • Memory-reinforcing interactive activities (including fill-in the blank, matching, word jumbles, true/false, and crossword puzzles) promote student learning.
  • Clinical terms and shorthand expressions are highlighted in parentheses to expose students to terminology that they will hear in the hospital setting.
  • Boxed Take Home Points provide the benefit of years of nursing experience that students can use to prepare for their clinical rotation.
  • Original cartoon-character illustrations walk the student through difficult subjects with a lighthearted approach.

Índice

1. Anatomy and Physiology


2. Reference Points for Rhythm Strip Measurments


3. Principles of Rhythm Interpretation & Waveform Analysis


4. Measuring Atrial and Ventricular Rates


5. Analyzing the Rhythm Strip


6. Troubleshooting Problems in Waveforms


7. Electrocardiogram: Monitoring and Electrode Placement


8. Normal Sinus Rhythm (NEW)


9. Sinus Dysrhythmias


10. Atrial Dysrhythmias


11. Junctional Dysrhythmias


12. Premature Ventricular Contractions


13. Ventricular Tachycardia


14. Ventricular Fibrillation


15. Idioventricular Rhythms (NEW)


16. Asystole or Ventricular Standstill


17. Atrioventricular Blocks


18. Cardiac Noninvasive Diagnostic Tests


19. Myocardial Infarction


20. Pericarditis and Cardiac Tamponade


21. Drug Effects, Toxicities and Electrolytes


22. Conduction Defects and Accessory Pathways


23. Special Considerations


24. Rhythm Strip Test

Detalles del producto

  • Edición: 2
  • Última edición
  • Publicado: 26 de enero de 2006
  • Idioma: Inglés

Sobre los autores

CC

Cynthia C. Chernecky

Afiliaciones y experiencia
Professor, Department of Physiological and Technological Nursing, School of Nursing, Georgia Health Sciences University, Augusta, GA

KG

Kitty Garrett

Afiliaciones y experiencia
Critical Care Nurse Clinician, St. Joseph Hospital, Augusta, GA

BG

Beverly George-Gay

Afiliaciones y experiencia
Formerly Assistant Professor, Medical College of Georgia School of Nursing, Augusta, GA

RH

Rebecca K. Hodges

Afiliaciones y experiencia
Critical Care Nurse Clinician, St. Joseph Hospital, Augusta, GA