Rev. 10/8/13
I. Course and Instructor: HPR 190, Basic EKG Interpretation, Chris Jackson
Format: Classroom, Laboratory
Course Information
Course Title: Basic EKG Interpretation Synonym Number: 81156
Course Code: HPR 190 Credits: 2
Semester: Spring Prerequisite: N/A
Meeting Times and Days: Monday and Wednesday 6:00pm to 08:50pm Saturday 09:00am to 02:50pm
Class Location: Room 162
Start Date: 03/17/14 End Date: 04/02/14
Refund Date: 03/18/14 Withdraw Date: 03/27/14
Instructor Information
Instructor Name: Chris Jackson
Phone: (970) 947-8447 (Office) (970) 985-5356 (mobile)
Fax: (970) 963-2325(Office)
E-Mail: (Office)
Instructor Office Room #:305(Glenwood Center)
Office Hours: By appointment only.
Rifle Campus Closure Line:
Information on whether the Rifle Campus will be closed for any reason may be found by calling 625-6990. This includes but is not limited to inclement weather and emergencies.
II. Course Description
This course provides instruction for interpretation of EKG strips, anatomy and physiology of the heart, using three-lead monitoring as a guide. Twelve-lead EKG may be discussed.
III. Student Learning Outcomes, Competencies, and Skills
I. Identifies normal cardiac anatomy and blood flow through the heart. (I)
II. Describes the cardiac conduction. (II)
III. Explains the function and parts of the electrical strip. (III)
IV. Explains the function and cardiac rhythms represented by the electrocardiogram. (IV)
V. Explains the electrophysiology and electrocardiogram recording of basic dysrhythmias. (V)
VI. Explains the purpose and function of the pacemaker. (VI)
VII. Describes the application and use of cardiac monitoring leads. (VII)
VIII. Demonstrates correct lead placement. (VIII)
IV. IDEA Objectives
1. Gaining factual knowledge (terminology, classifications, methods, trends).
2. Learning fundamental principles, generalizations, or theories.
3. Developing specific skills, competencies, and points of view needed by professionals in the field most closely related to this course.
V. Evaluation Methods and Class Management
The student will be evaluated by written testing, written projects, and class participation. Attendance is expected to be 100%. Missing more than 2 class periods or one Saturday class, without prior approval will result in failure of the class. Grading will be A 90-100, B 80-90, C 70-80, D 60-70, and F 60 or less. Student grades will be based upon, quizzes 15%, class participation, 25%, workbook completion 10%, and Final Test 50%,. Please see below for grading rubric on each section. Grades will be awarded based on the criteria listed below.
• Quizzes (15%), and Final Exam (50%): These tests will consist of multiple choice, true/false, and matching questions using the standard grading criteria listed below. Students can expect a quiz each class session with the exception of the final exam night.
100-90% A
89-80% B
79-70% C
69-60% D
59and below F
• Class participation (25%): Preparation and participation will be incorporated into the grading through class discussion, skill observation, oral presentation, accurate and timely written assignment completion. Students are expected to have read the assigned material prior to the lecture and skills practice. Participation in the class includes the following criteria:
Grade / Criteria0 / Absent.
10% / · Present, not disruptive.
· Tries to respond when called on but does not offer much.
· Demonstrates very infrequent involvement in discussion, class activity, or frequently found off task.
15% / · Demonstrates adequate preparation: knows basic case or reading facts, but does not show evidence of trying to interpret or analyze them.
· Offers straightforward information (e.g., straight from the case or reading), without elaboration or very infrequently (perhaps once a class).
· Does not offer to contribute to discussion, but contributes to a moderate degree when called on.
· Demonstrates sporadic involvement.
20% / · Demonstrates good preparation: knows case or reading facts well, has thought through implications of them.
· Displays above average self-motivation (80% of the time): e.g. on task and using class time appropriately most of the time
· Contributes well to discussion in an ongoing way: responds to other students' points, thinks through own points, questions others in a constructive way, offers and supports suggestions that may be counter to the majority opinion.
25% / · Demonstrates excellent preparation: has analyzed subject exceptionally well, relating it to classroom activity and other material (e.g., readings, course material, discussions, experiences, etc.).
· Displays excellent self-motivation: (e.g. consistently on task and using class time appropriately during skills and group activity)
· On time for class consistently (90% of the time): e.g. on time at the start of class, promptly returns from breaks, and stays for the entire class.
· Demonstrates ongoing active involvement in all classroom activities
· Workbook Completion (10%): Workbooks will be checked at each section exam and the student will be expected to have completed the chapters covered in the section exam.
NOTICE:
A student judged to have engaged in academic misconduct as defined in the “Academic Policies and Requirements” section of the Colorado Mountain College Student Handbook will, at a minimum, receive a “zero” for the work in question. The student may also be removed from the class, resulting in a failing grade. All student course material may be submitted to turnitin.com (or another anti-plagiarism program) at the instructor’s discretion. “Academic Expectations,” the “Student Code of Conduct and Judicial Process,” and more information about academic misconduct can be found in the Student Handbook.
Students are responsible for course materials from assigned text(s) and reading, lectures, labs, and other assignments as required. The instructor may alter any, or all, of this syllabus during the semester as the learning environment requires. Students will be notified in writing of changes. Attendance at all class meetings is expected.
VI. Attendance and No-show Reporting
Attendance and early engagement are important elements for your success in this course. All students who do not attend the first class(es) or meet early attendance requirements must be reported by the instructor to the Registrar’s Office. Financial aid students who do not attend the first class(es) or meet early attendance requirements will be dropped from the course and may not receive financial assistance (http://coloradomtn.edu/financial_aid).
VII. Students with Disabilities
If you have a disability protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and you feel you may need classroom accommodations based on the impact of your disability, please contact the Disability Services Coordinator on your campus.
Ø Alpine and Vail-Eagle Valley Campuses: Deb Farmer at 970-870-4450
Ø Aspen, Rifle, and Roaring Fork Campuses: Dr. Anne Moll at 970-947-8256
Ø Summit and Timberline Campuses (including Chaffee County): Sandi Conner at 719-486-4200
VIII. Withdrawal from this Course
Students wishing to withdraw from this course must INITIATE the course withdrawal/drop process at the site Registration Office.
This class could be cancelled one week prior to the census date if a sufficient number of students are not enrolled by that date.
IX. Grading System & Options
Information about grading is available in the Colorado Mountain College catalog. Grades will be posted to https://webadvisor.coloradomtn.edu/ by Thursday of the week following the last day of classes at the end of each semester. After logging into WebAdvisor students should click on “Grades” under the Academic Profile heading.
After selecting the term they will see the classes in which they are registered and the corresponding grades.
X. Required Course Materials
Name: Basic Arrhythmia
Author: Walraven
Edition: 7
ISBN: 9780135002384
Note: Textbook
XI. Book Purchase Information
Colorado Mountain College has chosen to partner with Follett Virtual Bookstores to operate textbook services. The official textbook list for CMC is available on Follett's site, www.coloradomtn.bkstr.com. You can easily access this site by choosing "bookstore" from the quick links on www.coloradomtn.edu
Students and other members of the campus community should sign up for the Online Textbook Store's email mailing list here www.coloradomtn.bkstr.com/email to receive important messages from the CMC Online Textbook Store. For online bookstore questions, call 800-621-4088 or email
Why did CMC choose Follett Virtual Bookstores?
* Follett offers its customers the best text rental program in the industry, which saves 50% or more off the cost of a new book.
* The online store also gives CMC students access to the largest supply of money-saving used textbooks, with 2.5 million in stock and ready to ship direct from Follett's warehouse.
* Follett offers the best price when buying back books at the end of the term. Students can sell back books anytime online or in-person at Follett's CMC buyback events. Sign up for the online store's email list at www.coloradomtn.bkstr.com/email for more info on future buyback dates and times.
XII. Other Information
Optional equipment: EKG Calipers
XIII. Virtual Library Information http://library.coloradomtn.edu/
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