WHAT IS WRONG WITH THIS EKG SERIES / SECOND DEGREE AV BLOCK

Updated 4/26

Scenario: The image above shows someone 

shoveling snow for 30 minutes and develops

chest pain and lightheadedness. Following a
911 call, he was transported to the Emergency 
Room.

This is an example of a cardiac event. History

and physical is a very important part of the 

assessment. Character and the duration of 

the chest pain should also be documented.

Learn about : the ABG and Code Blue

Learn more about : The Circulatory System

Scenario: The patient above, was in respiratory distress
and placed  on mechanical ventilation. It is difficult
for the patient on a ventilator to describe pain. Knowing
how to assess is very important.

This topic , including quiz questions continue here:

Mechanical ventilation

Learn more about : ARDS, DVT and PE

Scenario: Nick was admitted to the hospital with a history
of lung cancer. He calls the nurse with complaints of a sudden
onset of shortness of breath and sharp chest pain.This topic
continues : Here