This new book offers the most comprehensive, logical approach to the subject of adult and pediatric cardiac rhythm disorders found in any nursing text. 26 experts explore the full spectrum of arrhythmia interpretation--from a review of the anatomy and physiology of the heart and an introduction to electrocardiography, to principles of monitoring and basic and advanced rhythm identification. Designed specifically for nurses, this resource emphasizes clinical applications and critical thinking. It offers clear, concise ...
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This new book offers the most comprehensive, logical approach to the subject of adult and pediatric cardiac rhythm disorders found in any nursing text. 26 experts explore the full spectrum of arrhythmia interpretation--from a review of the anatomy and physiology of the heart and an introduction to electrocardiography, to principles of monitoring and basic and advanced rhythm identification. Designed specifically for nurses, this resource emphasizes clinical applications and critical thinking. It offers clear, concise explanations of the mechanisms of cardiac rhythm disturbances, physiologic responses to rhythm changes, patient assessment, current treatment modalities, and nursing implications. Explains basic and advanced telemetric monitoring techniques to ensure appropriate interpretation and diagnosis of complex rhythms. Discusses the emergency treatment of life-threatening arrhythmias. Features today's most comprehensive coverage of pediatric rhythms, including a table of antidysrhythmic drugs used for the treatment of tachycardia in children, that displays doses, indications, and nursing implications. Provides a broad perspective on the etiologies of cardiac rhythm disturbances, discussing laboratory data, interactions on pharmacologic agents, and hemodynamic effects. Details how to choose the appropriate monitoring format, develop and implement monitoring systems, and measure quality improvement. Helps readers to exercise their comprehension with practice ECG strips at the end of each chapter. Presents case studies that allow readers to apply essential concepts and skills within actual patient scenarios. Clarifies important concepts with anatomical diagrams, drug charts, electrocardiograms, chapter objectives and review questions.
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Add this copy of The Nurse's Guide to Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation: to cart. $71.71, new condition, Sold by GridFreed rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from North Las Vegas, NV, UNITED STATES, published 1998 by Saunders.
Add this copy of The Nurse's Guide to Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation: to cart. $87.64, new condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1998 by Saunders.
