ECG Insights - Session 4

Описание: Host: Alex E. Floen, CRAT
Guest: Guru G. Kowlgi, MBBS, MS

Overview:
In this free new series offered by CV education, a Mayo Clinic ECG-expert cardiologist will dive into multiple ECG case studies with certified rhythm analysis technician and cardiac RN Alex Floen. Through interactive discussions, they will analyze various ECG tracings, breaking down key interpretation criteria in a clear and practical way.

This recording is ideal for any and all cardiac monitoring/interpreting technicians, those new to medicine and interested in learning more about heart rhythm, and anyone looking to brush up on core ECG competencies.

Objectives:
• Identify key features of ECGs, including rate, rhythm, intervals, and waveforms.​
• Apply basic ECG interpretation skills to recognize common arrhythmias and conduction abnormalities.​
• Explain core ECG concepts relevant to allied health roles, including their clinical significance.

0:00 - Introduction
2:11 - ECG Interpretation for Beginners
3:50 - Identifying Sinus Rhythm and PVCs
8:50 - Clinical Management and PVC Burden
11:25 - Case Study: PVC Triggers
13:16 - Focal vs. Reentrant Arrhythmias
16:59 - The Meaning of Fusion Beats
18:43 - The Dangers of Short Coupling Intervals
22:30 - Case Study: Torsades de Pointes
29:09 - The Value of Onset Tracings