This course will provide an introduction to basic EKG principles for identifying and analyzing various heart rhythms. The course will present steps in analysis of rhythm, identification of various EKG leads, and identification of sinus, atrial, junctional, and ventricular rhythms as well as heart blocks and pacemakers. The course is ideal for individuals who have never had an EKG course and want to apply for a monitor technician position or gain insight into cardiac rhythms. Participants must complete the entire course in order to receive a certificate. All exercises are designed to be within the capability of most people with arthritis.
Participants work at their own pace.
Muscle strengthening, flexibility, and endurance techniques are used. This course will teach students to learn how to recognize and manage stress and learn relaxation and meditation techniques. Unofficial and external sites are not endorsed by Southeastern Louisiana University. This page has been accessed times since March 19, 2001.