Objectives
* The student should be able to describe the methods to acquire a 12 lead ECG.
* Be able to recognize an AMI and localize to the left or right side of the heart.
* List signs and symptoms of acute coronary syndromes including angina and AMI.
* Use the 12 lead ECG to be able to identify and initiate treatment for patients experiencing acute reperfusion therapy via thrombolytics or interventional cath.
* List conditions that may interfere with the provider’s ability to accurately assess the 12 lead ECG.

Topic Highlights
The American Heart Association has recommended 12 lead ECGs for urban and suburban jurisdictions since 2000 but change can come slow. For those organizations that need either initial or refresher training in 12 lead acquistion and interpretation, this class is for you.

Starting with the fundamentals of ECG interpretation to ensure all students are on an even playing field, the course then goes into both standard 12 lead intrepretation, coverage of acute coronary syndromes and their relationship to 12 lead changes, andadvanced considerations for ACS and other events.

The course allows students to leave, ready to take on 12 lead patient opportunities in a confident frame of mind. This course can be combined with Capnography: The New Smoke to prepare students to fully utilize the technology of your organization's particular cardiac monitor.

Audience
This class is intended for advanced life support providers who are familar with basic ECG rhythms. This course can include paramedics, ER Techs, nurses, Physician Assistants, and medical students of any kind.