Course Overview
This course supports the development of fundamental knowledge required to systematically analyze and interpret basic cardiac dysrhythmias. Learners will explore myocardial electrophysiology in relation to cardiac monitoring and develop a systematic approach to dysrhythmia analysis and interpretation. Learners will also consider the predisposing factors of all conduction defects and the consequences of dysrhythmias to both systemic and myocardial oxygen supply and demand. Additionally, interventions for dysrhythmias are also discussed. Lastly, the significance of dysrhythmia analysis, interpretation, and management to critical care nursing practice will be explored. Though this course is conducted within the specific context of critical care nursing practice, it is also suitable for other nurses or qualified health professionals requiring this skill. If you are not a registered nurse or a student nurse in the final years of your BSN program, you must consult the Critical Care Nursing Program Head before registration. Health professionals who are not nurses may register for this course with the approval of the Critical Care Nursing Specialty Program Head. If you are registering in the NSCC, NSHA or NSER nursing program, follow the program course matrix. Program Head approval is required to take NSCC 7150 as a co-requisite with NSCC 7120, NSCC 7220, NSHA 7100, or NSER 7110. To be successful in the course, learners must achieve 75% or higher on each evaluative component in the course.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
2.0
Domestic fees
$211.41 - $671.96 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
As a healthcare practitioner, you are expected to follow professional standards of practice throughout all SN programs and courses. In this course, you will have opportunities to use the processes of critical thinking, systematic inquiry, communication, collaboration, leadership, professionalism, and clinical decision-making. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Describe myocardial electrophysiology and conduction.
- Describe a normal electrocardiogram complex.
- Demonstrate a systematic approach to ECG rhythm analysis and interpretation.
- Interpret select sinus, atrial, junctional, ventricular dysrhythmias, and AV node blocks
- Identify the causes of sinus, atrial, junctional and ventricular dysrhythmias, and AV node blocks.
- Select appropriate interventions to manage sinus, atrial and ventricular dysrhythmias, and AV node dysrhythmias.
- Identify indications for pacemaker therapy.
- Explain pacemaker programming using the NGB coding system.
- Interpret pacemaker activity.
- Trouble shoot pacemaker malfunctions.
- Relate sinus, atrial, junctional and ventricular dysrhythmias, AV node conduction impairments, and pacemakers to the oxygen supply and demand framework.
Effective as of Fall 2024
Related Programs
Dysrhythmia Interpretation and Management (NSCC 7150) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Health Sciences
- Critical Care Nursing Specialty (Combined Critical Care/Emergency Option)
Advanced Certificate Part-time
- Critical Care Nursing Specialty
Advanced Certificate Part-time
- Emergency Nursing Specialty (Combined Emergency/Critical Care Option)
Advanced Certificate Part-time
- Emergency Nursing Specialty (Pediatric Emergency Option)
Advanced Certificate Part-time
- Emergency Nursing Specialty (Standard Option)
Advanced Certificate Part-time
- High Acuity Nursing Specialty
Advanced Certificate Part-time
- Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Full-time
- Pediatric Emergency Nursing Specialty
Advanced Certificate Part-time
- Pediatric Nursing Specialty (Standard Option)
Advanced Certificate Part-time
- Specialty Nursing (Critical Care - Combined Critical Care/Emergency Option)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Part-time
- Specialty Nursing (Critical Care - Standard Option)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Part-time
- Specialty Nursing (Emergency - Combined Emergency/Critical Care Option)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Part-time
- Specialty Nursing (Emergency - Standard Option)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Part-time
- Specialty Nursing (High Acuity)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Part-time
- Specialty Nursing (Pediatric - Standard Option)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2026
Below are five offerings of NSCC 7150 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 53933
Dates
Apr 07 - Jun 26 Loading
- CRN 53933
- $211.41 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 07 - Jun 26 | N/A | N/A | Distance |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Lara Parker
Course outline
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course offering. Departmental approval is required for this course offering. You will not be able to register without it.
Important information
- Available for re-registration (course extension) only.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- Re-registration is for students who require a course extension to complete their course from the previous term. Re-registration is a one-time option only. Contact Program Assistant at jenna_coroliuc@bcit.ca for approval to register.
Confirmation
Required
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No approval yet? Request approval Departmental approval is required for this course offering. You will not be able to register without it.
Status
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CRN 53934
Dates
Apr 07 - Jun 26 Loading
- CRN 53934
- $649.97 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 07 - Jun 26 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Lara Parker
Course outline
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- This is an online course through the BCIT Learning Hub. Students may purchase optional course materials from the BCIT bookstore.
Confirmation
Required
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Status
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CRN 57904
Dates
Apr 07 - Jun 26 Loading
- CRN 57904
- $336.70 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 07 - Jun 26 | N/A | N/A | Distance |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Tatiana Rubalcava Vargas
Course outline
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course offering. Departmental approval is required for this course offering. You will not be able to register without it.
Important information
- Available for exam challenge only.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- This is a challenge section designed for learners who have previous experience and wish to challenge the course by writing the challenge exam. Contact Program Assistant at jackie_sousa@bcit.ca for approval to register.
Confirmation
Required
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No approval yet? Request approval Departmental approval is required for this course offering. You will not be able to register without it.
Status
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CRN 58354
Dates
Apr 13 - May 29 Loading
- CRN 58354
- $649.97 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 13 - May 29 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
7 weeks
Instructor
Tatiana Rubalcava Vargas
Course outline
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course offering. Departmental approval is required for this course offering. You will not be able to register without it.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- This section is for Island Health learners. This condensed course will be delivered online over 7 weeks. Contact Program Assistant at jackie_sousa@bcit.ca for approval to register.
Confirmation
Required
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Status
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CRN 65551
Dates
Apr 27 - May 04 Loading
- CRN 65551
- $671.96 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 27 - May 04 | N/A | N/A | Other |
Duration
2 weeks
Instructor
Lindsay Kennedy
Course outline
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course offering. Departmental approval is required for this course offering. You will not be able to register without it.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- This section is for UBCO Kelowna students. Contact Program Assistant at jackie_sousa@bcit.ca for approval to register.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval Departmental approval is required for this course offering. You will not be able to register without it.
Status
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