Cathy Lockett – Advanced EKG Assessment – PESI

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Description

The EKG is the most commonly-used procedure for diagnosing a wide variety of cardiac conditions, yet even the most seasoned nurses struggle to master interpretation. In this information-packed program cardiac expert, Cathy Lockett, RN, MHA, BSN, CCRN-K, will teach you easy-to-understand techniques to identify ischemia, injury, infarct and STEMI imposters. Improve your skills and be prepared to respond to the patient emergencies associated with each of these changes. 

Speaker

Cathy Lockett, RN, MHA, BSN, CCRN-K

CPR CONSULTANTS

Cathy Lockett, RN, MHA, BSN, CCRN-K, has been practicing critical care nursing for over 35 years. Her critical care background includes working in medical, surgical, neuro, cardiac, cardiovascular care, and critical care transport with most of her clinical experience in the areas of medical cardiology and cardiovascular surgery.

She has provided cardiovascular care in the role of staff nurse, preceptor, educator, supervisor and manager. Utilizing her vast knowledge and experience, Cathy has presented on numerous topics related to cardiac and pulmonary care, including advanced and basic EKG interpretation, hemodynamic monitoring, basic and advanced arrhythmia, pulmonary diseases and IABP therapy.

Additionally, Cathy is a Training Center Faculty member for the American Heart Association in the disciplines of Basic Life Support, Advanced Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support. Cathy’s teaching style is dynamic, fun and high-energy while remaining informal and easy to understand.

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Mary (Cathy) Lockett is an independent contractor and receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Mary (Cathy) Lockett has no relevant non-financial relationships.

Target Audience

Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists

Objectives

1. Evaluate coronary artery perfusion and the relationship to cardiac musculature and the conduction system.
2. Specify the six limb and precordial leads, the RV lead and three posterior leads.
3. Utilize a systematic approach to interpret EKGs.
4. Assess ischemia, injury and infarction pattern on a 12-lead EKG.
5. Implement new guidelines from the AHA to treat Acute Coronary Syndrome.
6. Analyze five common STEMI imposters and treatment modalities.

Outline

Coronary Artery Perfusion

• Related to Cardiac Musculature
• Related to Conduction System

12-Lead EKG

• Differentiating Limb Leads
• Recognizing Contiguous Leads

15-Lead EKG

• Utilizing V7, V8, V9
• Diagnosing Posterior STEMI

Right-Sided EKG

• Proper Lead Placement
• Utilizing V4R
• Diagnosing Right Ventricular Infarct

Acute Coronary Syndrome

• Signs & Symptoms
• EKG Changes
• Differentiating Ischemia, Injury & Infarct
• Treatment Modalities for Ischemia & Infarct

STEMI Imposters

• Recognition & Treatment Options

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