Skillmasters: Expert ECG interpretation, 2nd Edition

Now in its Second Edition, this compact, portable reference is a complete, concise, and straightforward guide to ECG interpretation. The comprehensive coverage includes ECG basics, rhythm strips, arrhythmias, pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic treatments, 12-lead and 15-lead ECGs, and more. The book features scores of waveform illustrations, look-alike arrhythmias with distinguishing features, assessment and treatment algorithms, and troubleshooting tips for ECG problems. This edition has new chapters on pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic treatment and new information on biventricular pacers and ablation therapy. A practice strip appendix has been added for self-testing. Rhythm strips have been added to the Quick Guide to Arrhythmias appendix.

Now in its Second Edition, this compact, portable reference is a complete, concise, and straightforward guide to ECG interpretation. The comprehensive coverage includes ECG basics, rhythm strips, arrhythmias, pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic treatments, 12-lead and 15-lead ECGs, and more. The book features scores of waveform illustrations, look-alike arrhythmias with distinguishing features, assessment and treatment algorithms, and troubleshooting tips for ECG problems.

This edition has new chapters on pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic treatment and new information on biventricular pacers and ablation therapy. A practice strip appendix has been added for self-testing. Rhythm strips have been added to the Quick Guide to Arrhythmias appendix.

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Reviewer:Polly A Royal, DNP, RN-BC(Purdue University School of Nursing)
Description:This book provides a sound foundation for ECG interpretation in a practical spiral binding.
Purpose:Books of this type help practitioners move from novice to expert. This practical book is a must have for all practitioners.
Audience:This is written for students and novice practitioners with quick reference for healthcare providers not using ECG interpretation in everyday practice.
Features:The basics of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and electrocardiography are covered. Sinus rhythm, atrial, junctional, and ventricular arrhythmias are covered as well as blocks. Pharmacological and nonpharmacological treatments of ECG abnormalities are discussed. Additionally, 12 lead ECG and advanced electrocardiography is covered. The book contains clear, easy to see rhythm strips and the index makes finding arrhythmias of interest easy and maximizes the practitioner's time.
Assessment:This is a convenient tool for practitioners to use with patients undergoing ECG monitoring. Additionally, ACLS algorithms are included, making this and future editions necessary to remain current with the most recent evidence-based practice.

Cardiac anatomy and physiology Basic electrocardiography Sinus node arrhythmias Atrial arrhythmias Junctional arrhythmias Ventricular arrhythmias Atrioventricular blocks Pharmacologic treatments Nonpharmacologic treatments Basic 12-lead electrocardiography Advanced electrocardiography.