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Author:   Maureen Knechtel, DMSc, PA-C
Publisher:   Springer Publishing Co Inc
Imprint:   Springer Publishing Co Inc
Edition:   4th New edition
Weight:   0.771kg
ISBN:  

9780826155412

ISBN 10:   0826155413
Pages:   384
Publication Date:   09 June 2025
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Foreword Theresa M. Campo DNP, FNP-C, ENP-BC, FAANP, FAAN Part I: Basics of Cardiac Physiology and Relationship to the EKG Rhythm Output Chapter 1. Introduction to the EKG, Cardiac Anatomy, and Electrical Conducting System Chapter 2. Defining the Intervals Part II: Interpreting the 12-Lead EKG Chapter 3. Lead review Chapter 4. Rate Chapter 5. Rhythm Chapter 6. Axis Chapter 7. Heart Block Chapter 8. Ischemia and Infarction Part III: Commonly Occurring Arrythmias and EKG Findings Chapter 9. Supraventricular Arrhythmias Chapter 10. Ventricular Arrhythmias Chapter 11. Paced EKGs Chapter 12. Drug and Electrolyte Effects on the EKG Chapter 13. Clinical Conditions That Affect the EKG Part IV: Clinical Application Chapter 14. Applying EKG Skills to Clinical Practice Part V: Answer Keys Chapter 15. Answers to End-of-Chapter Review Questions Chapter 16. Answers and Teaching Points to Chapter 14 EKGs

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Maureen Knechtel, DMSc, PA-C, holds a Bachelor of Health Science and a Master of Physician Assistant Studies, as well as a Doctor of Medical Science with a focus in medical education. She has spent her clinical career as a physician assistant specializing in general cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology. She teaches electrocardiogram (EKG) recognition and interpretation to both physician assistants and nurse practitioners. Throughout her career, she has been a guest lecturer nationally and locally on topics including EKG interpretation, ischemic heart disease, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia. Dr. Knechtel is a fellow member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Tennessee Academy of Physician Assistants, and a Cardiovascular Team Member with the American College of Cardiology. She currently serves as academic coordinator and associate professor with the Milligan University Physician Assistant Program in northeast Tennessee.

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