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This teaching session, "Year 3 TCD Week 6: ECGs and arrhythmias", is an essential course for medical professionals looking to enhance their understanding and practical knowledge of electrophysiology. Participants will gain deep insights into reading and interpreting ECGs while discussing several types of heart arrhythmias. It offers key diagnostic skills for cardiac disorders, critical for any medical practising professional. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your clinical skills and enhance patient care.
Learning objectives
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By the end of the session, learners will be able to understand the basic physiology behind the electrocardiogram (ECG) and interpret common ECG rhythms.
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Learners will be able to identify common arrhythmias in a patient's ECG and determine the underlying clinical issues causing these conditions.
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The learner will become competent in distinguishing between different types of arrhythmias such as atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, ventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation, and heart blocks.
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Learners will be equipped with the knowledge to determine the need for emergency intervention in life-threatening arrhythmias and the appropriate treatment modalities for various arrhythmias.
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By the end of the session, the learners would have developed an understanding of how to counsel patients regarding the potential risks and lifestyle changes associated with various heart arrhythmias.