DMSG113 Non-Invasive Cardiac Testing/ECG

This course provides instruction in cardiac anatomy and physiology, electrophysiology, basic Electrocardiogram (ECG) interpretation, and arrhythmia recognition. Additionally, this course discusses 12 Lead ECG interpretation specifically related to acute coronary syndrome. A foundation in the basic principles of electrocardiography is provided. An overview of the theory and diagnostic techniques utilized by technologists in a noninvasive laboratory is presented. An emphasis is placed on the development of a systematic approach to electrocardiographic interpretation, dysrhythmia analysis, exercise stress testing, Holter monitoring, nuclear medicine procedures, and pacemaker evaluation.  Restricted to DMS students.

Credits

3 credits

Prerequisite

BIOS204 (pre or co-requisite)

Lecture/Lab Ratio

3:0