Cardiovascular Procedures PDF
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This document covers cardiovascular operating procedures, focusing on common heart rhythm terms and the identification of Normal Sinus Rhythm (NSR). It includes definitions, causes, and the steps to recognizing and reporting NSR.
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Lesson 6 of 10 Lesson 6- Cardiovascular Procedures After completing this lesson, the student will be able to identify cardiovascular operating procedures in accordance with prescribed guidance and publications. We need to begin by going over some common terms you will come across when dealing with r...
Lesson 6 of 10 Lesson 6- Cardiovascular Procedures After completing this lesson, the student will be able to identify cardiovascular operating procedures in accordance with prescribed guidance and publications. We need to begin by going over some common terms you will come across when dealing with rhythms of the heart. Click through the photos below to learn about these terms. V and T waves Pulseless electrical activity definitions Pulseless electrical activity causes Recognize and Report Normal Sinus Rhythm Normal Sinus Rhythm (NSR) Normal Sinus Rhythm (NSR) is the rhythm that originates from the sinus node and describes the characteristic rhythm of the healthy heart. This means, the electrical pulse from the sinus node is being properly transmitted throughout the heart muscle. To recognize and report Normal Sinus Rhythm, follow the below steps. 1 Verify provider orders. 2 Rate: 60-100 beats per minute. 3 Rhythm: regular. 4 P Waves: normal, upright and only before each QRS complex. 5 PR Interval: 0.12-0.20 seconds. 6 QRS Complex:
