A Davis’s Notes title!
The pocket guide that covers it all—basics, 12-lead, ACLS, meds, and CPR for adults and children!
A quick look-up reference for ECG interpretation and management! This indispensable pocket guide presents the basics (anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system, electrical conduction system of the heart, basic ECG concepts and components,) ACLS and CPR algorithms, emergency medications, and comprehensive information on monitoring leads and interpretation of over 100 ECG strips, including 12-lead and pacemaker rhythms.
KEY FEATURES
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Compact rhythm analysis guide with 125 ECG rhythm strips
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Complete coverage—basics, ECG (including 3- and 12-lead) ACLS, PALS, meds, and CPR
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CPR algorithms in tabular format
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Test Yourself ECG strips feature over 30 real-life arrhythmias
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Clinical Tips throughout
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PALS tab (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
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Peds coverage throughout…
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Meds—Doses where applicable
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Skills—Defibrillation, automated defibrillation (AED), and cardioversion
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Basics—Normal vital signs values
NEW TO THIS EDITION
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Updated & Expanded! Incorporating advances in science and clinical practice, including the American Heart Association’s 2020 CPR, ACLS, and PALS guidelines
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Expanded! “Clinical Tips” and coverage of rhythm analysis
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New! Summary table, “Identifying Features of Arrhythmias”
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New sections! Six Easy Steps in Analyzing ECG Strips and ECG Monitoring
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Expanded! The 12-Lead tab with more in-depth information about analyzing a 12-lead ECG
See what practitioners and students are saying about the previous edition…
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Worth every penny!! “Bought this to keep in my lab coat to help me interpret ECGs. It is absolutely perfect. Has several different rhythms and 50 practice questions. Wish I bought it sooner.”—Online Reviewer
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If you are trying to learn EKG, this is a must have!! “Really convenient tool to learn from. Easy to navigate.”—Emily, L., Online Reviewer
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Great for nursing students and RNs. “As a nurse educator (and earlier a staff RN) I made these required reading for my students, plus it's useful well beyond graduation.”—Barbara R., Online Reviewer
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Perfect Pocket reference. “For those of us that don't always remember every detail of EKGs, and need some help on the fly, this is perfect. I can carry it with me for reference whenever I need. I have already recommended it to many of my colleagues.”—Online Reviewer
ISBN 10: 1719641943
ISBN 13: 9781719641944