LearningTools Episode 5: How to Measure ECG Waves and Intervals
Author: AlliedHealthToolsLLC via YouTube
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In this episode, you will review an electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG) and learn how to measure the height, amplitude, width, and duration of the P waves, T waves, PR and QT intervals, and the QRS complex.
Link to Activity: https://alliedhealthtools.com/sarahs-ecg-challenge/
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References:
A.D.A.M. Medical Encyclopedia [Internet]. Atlanta (GA): A.D.A.M., Inc.; c1997-2019. Electrocardiogram; [reviewed 2018 May 16]; [about 1 p.]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003868.htm
Ellis, K. M. (2017). EKG Plain and Simple (4th ed.). New York, NY: Pearson.
Green, J. M., & Chiaramida, A. J. (2015). 12-Lead EKG Confidence: A Step-by-step Guide (3rd ed.). New York, NY: Springer Publishing Company, LLC.
Harvard Health Publishing. (2011, February). Understanding the ECG: Reading the waves. Retrieved November 4, 2019, from https://www.health.harvard.edu/heart-health/understanding-the-ecg-reading-the-waves.
Thaler, M. S. (2019). The Only EKG Book You’ll Ever Need (9th ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer.