IAY214 ECG AnalysisIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs First and Emergency (Second Education)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
First and Emergency (Second Education)
Associate TR-NQF-HE: Level 5 QF-EHEA: Short Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 5

General course introduction information

Course Code: IAY214
Course Name: ECG Analysis
Course Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
1 2 2 4
Language of instruction: TR
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Compulsory
Course Level:
Associate TR-NQF-HE:5. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:Short Cycle EQF-LLL:5. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Öğr.Gör. ESENGÜL KAŞIKÇI TÜRKER
Course Lecturer(s):
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: The purpose of this course is to teach the basic knowledge to interpret common cardiac arrhythmias, including sinus, atrial, junctional, and ventricular dysrhythmias.

This course also designed to develop skills in reading and analyzing electrocardiogram (ECG) tracings
Course Content: ECG analyzing

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) • Recognize and identify the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system.
2) • Recognize and identify the critical characteristics of an ECG tracing and their relationship to the cardiac cycle.
3) • Define and discuss terms related to the cardiovascular system and ECG.
4) • Define and discuss how the heart generates electrical signals
5) • Identify and recognize ECG waveform abnormalities in common cardiovascular disorders.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) They gain the ability to make correct interpretations by analyzing the critical features of the cardiovascular system and ECG tracing, waveforms and the relationship of this information to the cardiac cycle.
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
1) By establishing communication with healthcare professionals based on mutual trust, they increase collaboration and create a common understanding of clinical decisions.
Learning Competence
1) Analyze their own learning processes and identify areas of deficiency in order to improve the theoretical knowledge they have acquired on ECG interpretation and cardiovascular diseases in practice.
Field Specific Competence
1) They contribute to the diagnosis and treatment process by making accurate analyses of the cardiovascular system and ECG monitoring in clinical settings.
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility
1) With the training they receive on ECG interpretation and cardiovascular diseases, they take responsibility by making the right interventions in emergency situations.

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) • Introduction to ECG Analysis
2) • Electrophysiology of the hearth
3) • ECG Drawing
4) • Evaluation of ECG wave and interval units
5) • Normal ECG interpretation
6) • MI ECG findings with acute ST elevation
7) • MI ECG findings with acute nonST elevation
8) midexam
9) • Introduction to disrhythms
10) • Bradydisrhythmia
11) • Tachydysrhythmia
12) • AV blocks
13) • Right switch and left blocks
14) • Effects on ECG of electrolyte disorders
15) final exam

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: ECG Pocket Book
Güneş Kitapevleri, Arzu Denizbaşı, Published: 01/01/2014
SBN: 9786053350262-a
References: ECG Pocket Book
Güneş Kitapevleri, Arzu Denizbaşı, Published: 01/01/2014
SBN: 9786053350262-a

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

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Program Outcomes
1) Has basic theoretical and practical knowledge about First and Emergency Aid.
2) Using the basic knowledge and skills acquired about First and Emergency Aid, it interprets and evaluates data, identifies and analyzes problems, and takes part / takes responsibility in the planned studies for solution.
3) Informs the relevant people and institutions by using the basic knowledge and skills about the issues related to First and Emergency Aid cases; conveys his / her thoughts and suggestions for solutions to problems in written and orally.
4) To follow the developments in the field of First and Emergency Aid, to update their knowledge and skills continuously, to have lifelong learning awareness, to participate in training and certification programs for professional development, to follow current literature and scientific research.
5) Contributes to the collection, interpretation, application and announcement of the results of data related to First and Emergency Aid in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values.
6) Has sufficient awareness of individual and public health, environmental protection and occupational safety.
7) While providing First and Emergency Aid services, it has the necessary knowledge about the laws, regulations, legislation and professional ethical rules related to its duties, rights and responsibilities as an individual and acts within this framework.
8) Works as a team member to solve complex and unpredictable problems encountered in First and Emergency Aid related applications.
9) Uses technological tools used in emergencies effectively and records and reports data in digital media.
10) Think fast, be flexible and adaptable in emergency and crisis situations and develop solutions
11) Communicates effectively in emergencies and delivers the right information to teammates and relevant persons at the right time.
12) In emergency situations, it takes an empathic approach by taking into account the psychological state of patients and their relatives, and provides psychological support when necessary.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Has basic theoretical and practical knowledge about First and Emergency Aid.
2) Using the basic knowledge and skills acquired about First and Emergency Aid, it interprets and evaluates data, identifies and analyzes problems, and takes part / takes responsibility in the planned studies for solution.
3) Informs the relevant people and institutions by using the basic knowledge and skills about the issues related to First and Emergency Aid cases; conveys his / her thoughts and suggestions for solutions to problems in written and orally.
4) To follow the developments in the field of First and Emergency Aid, to update their knowledge and skills continuously, to have lifelong learning awareness, to participate in training and certification programs for professional development, to follow current literature and scientific research.
5) Contributes to the collection, interpretation, application and announcement of the results of data related to First and Emergency Aid in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values.
6) Has sufficient awareness of individual and public health, environmental protection and occupational safety.
7) While providing First and Emergency Aid services, it has the necessary knowledge about the laws, regulations, legislation and professional ethical rules related to its duties, rights and responsibilities as an individual and acts within this framework.
8) Works as a team member to solve complex and unpredictable problems encountered in First and Emergency Aid related applications.
9) Uses technological tools used in emergencies effectively and records and reports data in digital media.
10) Think fast, be flexible and adaptable in emergency and crisis situations and develop solutions
11) Communicates effectively in emergencies and delivers the right information to teammates and relevant persons at the right time.
12) In emergency situations, it takes an empathic approach by taking into account the psychological state of patients and their relatives, and provides psychological support when necessary.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Lesson
Application (Modelling, Design, Model, Simulation, Experiment etc.)

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 40
Final 1 % 60
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 14 42
Application 14 28
Study Hours Out of Class 14 42
Midterms 1 3
Final 1 3
Total Workload 118