Objectives:

1. Differentiate common presentations of chest pain.
2. Plan care for patients with acute coronary syndrome.
3. Describe the 5-steps to 12-lead interpretation.
4. Compare and contrast normal and abnormal EKG findings.
5. Describe the physiology and chemical effects of common cardiac medications.
6. Compare and contrast the effects of cardiac medications on hemodynamics.
7. Identify common cardiac pathology based on changes in heart sounds.
8. Plan care for patients with abnormal lung sounds.
9. Compare and contrast negative-pressure ventilation with positive-pressure ventilation.
10. Plan care for patients on mechanical ventilation.
11. Describe the effects of the three major consequences of systemic inflammation.
12. Explore electrolyte abnormalities.
13. Describe components of the complete blood count.
14. Use 6-steps to analyze ABGs.
15. Explain the benefits of several treatment options for Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome.
16. Compare and contrast treatment options for various types of Pulmonary Edema.
17. Plan care for the patient with acute stroke or TIA.
18. Describe several novel treatments for acute stroke.
19. Plan care for patients in cardiac arrest using the principles of the new AHA standards.
20. Compare and contrast care for patients with various pacemakers and AICDs.

Fill out the contact form, or call (330) 467-2629 for more information.