Prentice Hall

EMS & Fire Science (Brady)



Basic Arrhythmias, 6/E
Gail Walraven

ISBN-10: 0131175912
ISBN-13: 9780131175914

Publisher: Prentice Hall
Copyright: 2006
Format: Paper; 688 pp
Published: 05/27/2005

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This classic, best-selling book has been completely updated and revised to reflect the latest knowledge in the field.  Basic Arrhythmias, Sixth Edition covers all the basics of arrhythmia interpretation and includes appendices on Clinical Implications, Cardiac Anatomy and Physiology, 12 Lead Electrocardiography, Basic 12 Lead Interpretation, and Pathophysiology of Arrhythmias.

The author takes great care in presenting a difficult topic in an easy manner with a building block approach. 

Key Features

·         Over 600 practice strips included in the textbook.

·         The appendix, which already includes sections covering Clinical Implications, Cardiac Anatomy & Physiology, 12 Lead  Electrocardiography, Basic 12 Lead Interpretation, and Pacemakers, now includes a new section on Pathophysiology of Arrhythmias.

·         Full color texts, along with full color, tear-out flash cards for learning practice.

·         Flexible, self-instructional format allows for self-paced or classroom learning.

·         Key points and self-tests in every chapter for quick review and self-evaluation.

·         “Final Challenge” self-test at the end of book helps students evaluate their comprehension of material.

·         Clearly written, well-organized, and easy to understand.

          Free rate meter included with text.

In the 6th edtion you will find:

More strips for more practice.  This Edition features 150 more rhythm strips than its predecessor, including 15 new 12-lead practice examples and 12 new pacemaker strips.

A in-text student CD that will include:

•Rhythm Radomizer — has 600 strips for students to practice with
•Videos and Animations — brings the art alive from the book
•Electronic Flashcards — more practice

Chapter 1 "Electrophysiology"

Chapter 2 "Waves and Measurements"

Chapter 3 "Analyzing EKG Rhythm Strips"

Chapter 4 "Sinus Rhythms"

Chapter 5 "Atrial Rhythms"

Chapter 6 "Junctional Rhythms"

Chapter 7 "Heart Blocks"

Chapter 8 "Ventricular Rhythms"

Chapter 9 "Practice Makes Perfect"

Chapter 10 "Final Challenge"

Appendix A "Cardiac Anatomy and Physiology"

Appendix B "Clinical Implications of Arrhythmias"

Appendix C "12-lead Electrocardiography"

Appendix D "Basic 12-Lead Interpretation"

Appendix E "Pacemakers 523"

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