Credit Hours: 5

Introduction of the course

This module on Cardiac Monitor demonstrates the parts of a bedside cardiac monitor, how to monitor vital parameters and placement of a 12 lead ECG in a hospitalised patient.

The objective of this course is to:

• Understand the basics of a cardiac monitor and its functioning
• Develop skill in attaching a cardiac monitor to the patient
• Help nurses in clinical practice to monitor the cardiac and respiratory parameters of a hospitalized client and provide appropriate care until discharge

Instructor: Ms. Kanika Rai, Associate Professor, College of Nursing, MMU

Facility: Maharishi Markandeshwar Hospital, Maharishi Markandeshwar Deemed to be University (MMU), Mullana, Ambala