This course introduces veterinary team members to the fundamentals of ECG monitoring, with a focus on correct lead placement, patient preparation and trace quality. It covers basic cardiac anatomy and conduction, the components of a normal ECG waveform, common lead positions, patient handling considerations, and factors that can interfere with accurate recordings. Participants will gain practical knowledge to support safe, efficient and patient-friendly ECG setup in clinical practice.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand the purpose of an ECG
• Recognise basic ECG waveform components
• Prepare the patient and equipment correctly
• Place ECG leads correctly
• Identify common causes of poor trace quality

Features:

• You will have access as part of an active ProSkills Course Subscription
• You have access to the course for 365 days with individual course purchase
• Complete quiz activities to attain your certificate of achievement

Course Content:

• 7 video lessons with quiz questions.
• Certificate of Achievement.