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ForwardPediatric EKG 2026: February 4 - CANCELLED
This 6.25-hour faculty directed program will cover the five-step approach used to analyze EKG rhythm strips. The learner will be able to describe the anatomy and electrophysical properties of the heart. Characteristics, interpretation, significance and treatment/nursing measures will discussed for atrial arrhythmias, sinus arrhythmias, junctional arrhythmias, atrioventricular block arrhythmias and ventricular arrhythmias. Learner centered content delivery will occur in the format of lecture, case studies and discussion. An exam will be administered at the conclusion of the class. Successful passing of EKG exam of 80% or greater.
This conference is being held in person.
NOTE: Please note this activity will be presented 8:00am – 4:00pm CST
Target Audience
This course is intended for nurses and other interested healthcare professionals.
Learning Objectives
At the end of this session, learners should be able to:
- Describe the anatomy and electrophysical properties of the heart
- Utilize 5 step approach to interpretate a six second EKG strip
- Recognize common pediatric arrythmias and their interventions
AGENDA
Time | Program (Topic and Speakers) |
7:55am - 8:00am |
Intro & Remarks Cindy Yarger, BSN, CCRN, RN; Pediatric Cardiology ICU Advocate Christ Hospital & Medical Center |
8:00am - 9:00am |
Overview of Cardiac Anatomy and Electrophysiology Cindy Yarger, BSN, CCRN, RN; Pediatric Cardiology ICU Advocate Christ Hospital & Medical Center
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9:00am - 9:45am
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EKG monitoring basics and Cardiac Waveforms: P, QRS & T Waves Cindy Yarger, BSN, CCRN, RN; Pediatric Cardiology ICU Advocate Christ Hospital & Medical Center
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9:45am - 10:15am |
Sinus Rhythms Cindy Yarger, BSN, CCRN, RN; Pediatric Cardiology ICU Advocate Christ Hospital & Medical Center
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10:15am – 11:00am |
Atrial Arrhythmias Cindy Yarger, BSN, CCRN, RN; Pediatric Cardiology ICU Advocate Christ Hospital & Medical Center
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11:00am - 11:30am |
Junctional Rhythms Cindy Yarger, BSN, CCRN, RN; Pediatric Cardiology ICU Advocate Christ Hospital & Medical Center
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11:30am – 12:15pm |
AV Blocks Cindy Yarger, BSN, CCRN, RN; Pediatric Cardiology ICU Advocate Christ Hospital & Medical Center
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12:15pm – 12:45pm
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Ventricular Arrythmias Cindy Yarger, BSN, CCRN, RN; Pediatric Cardiology ICU Advocate Christ Hospital & Medical Center
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12:45pm – 1:30 pm |
Lunch Break |
1:30pm - 3:00pm
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Knowledge Assessment & Discussion Cindy Yarger, BSN, CCRN, RN; Pediatric Cardiology ICU Advocate Christ Hospital & Medical Center |
Faculty
Cindy Yarger, BSN, CCRN, RN, Pediatric Cardiology ICU Advocate Christ Hospital & Medical Center
Colleen Brady, MBA, MSN, CCRN, RN, Nursing Professional Development Specialist, Advocate Christ Hospital & Medical Center
Disclosure
The planner(s) and speaker(s) have indicated that there are no relevant financial relationships with any ineligible companies to disclose
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Advocate Health is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Credit Statement(s)
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
Advocate Health designates this live activity for a maximum of 6.25 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Available Credit
- 6.25 AttendanceAttendance Credit
- 6.25 Continuing Nursing Education (CE)Aurora Health Care is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Wisconsin Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. 6.25 contact hours have been awarded to this activity by the Wisconsin Nursing Association. To receive contact hours, participants must attend the entire activity.
Price
How to Register
Click “Take Course” to register and/or claim credit for this program.
Participation Options
This course is available to Advocate Health providers (employed and independent) and team members only.
For Further Information
If you have any questions regarding the conference, please contact Colleen Brady at [email protected]
If you have any questions regarding registration, please contact the IPCE Office at [email protected]
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