Understanding 12-Lead Ekgs A Practical Approach

Brenda M. Beasley, RN, BS, EMT-P Michael C. West, RN, MS, EMT-P EKG interpretation is often a difficult subject for students to learn and understand. With this in mind, Brenda Beasley, author of the successful book, Understanding EKG's, and Michael West have createdUnderstanding 12 Lead EKG's, a straightforward approach to EKG interpretation that presents all the essential concepts students need to know to master the basics of this challenging field. This comprehensive, reader-friendly book is ideal for self-study or classroom use, making it the perfect resource for both students and practicing health care professionals. Features: Presents both the "5 step" and "5 + 3" approaches, providing readers with a standard format to be followed with each EKG strip interpretation. Includes coverage of anatomy and physiology concepts to enhance understanding of EKG interpretation as well as chapters on cardiovascular pharmacology and therapeutic modalities. Tables, mneumonics, sample rhythm strips, and end-of-chapter questions provide reinforcement and allow quick mastery and retention of key concepts. Also from Brady: Beasley, Understanding EKG's: A Practical Approach Walraven, Basic Arrhythmias, 5e Mistovich, Benner, and Margolis, Advanced Cardiac Life Support Brady One Lake Street Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458 www.bradybooks.comBeasley, Brenda M. is the author of 'Understanding 12-Lead Ekgs A Practical Approach', published 2000 under ISBN 9780130272812 and ISBN 0130272817.