- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This course supports the development of fundamental knowledge required to systematically analyze and interpret basic cardiac dysrhythmias. Participants will explore myocardial electrophysiology in relation to cardiac monitoring and develop a systematic approach to dysrhythmia analysis and interpretation. Further, participants will consider the predisposing factors and associated interventions related to the conduction defect present and the consequences of the dysrhythmia to both systemic and myocardial oxygen supply and demand. Finally, the significance of dysrhythmia analysis, interpretation, and management to critical care nursing practice will be explored. Although this course is conducted within the specific context of critical care nursing practice, it would also be 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 prior to registration. Health professionals who are not nurses may register for this course with approval of the Critical Care 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. You must achieve 75% or greater in this course to continue forward in the Critical Care Nursing Program and register in NSCC 7220.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
2.0
Domestic fees
$207.20 - $673.05 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
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.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
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 2024
Below is one offering of NSCC 7150 for the Spring/Summer 2024 term.
CRN 59116
Dates
Tue Aug 20 - Wed Aug 28
- 2 weeks
- CRN 59116
- Domestic fees $634.76
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 20 - Aug 28 | N/A | N/A | Other |
Instructor
Jackie Kaese
Course outline
Important information
- Departmental approval needed
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This section is reserved for UVic BSN students applying for the ED Learning Pathway and needing to take NSER 7110 in the fall. Contact Program Assistant at jackie_sousa@bcit.ca for approval to register.
Fall 2024
Below are five offerings of NSCC 7150 for the Fall 2024 term.
CRN 33547
Dates
Tue Sep 03 - Fri Nov 22
- 12 weeks
- CRN 33547
- Domestic fees $637.17
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 03 - Nov 22 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Instructor
Lara Parker
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This is an online course through the BCIT Learning Hub. Students may purchase optional course materials from the BCIT bookstore.
CRN 33548
Dates
Tue Sep 03 - Fri Nov 22
- 12 weeks
- CRN 33548
- Domestic fees $207.20
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 03 - Nov 22 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Instructor
Lara Parker
Course outline
Important information
- Available for re-registration (course extension) only.
- Departmental approval needed
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- 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.
CRN 33549
Dates
Tue Sep 03 - Fri Nov 22
- 12 weeks
- CRN 33549
- Domestic fees $330.04
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 03 - Nov 22 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Instructor
Tatiana Rubalcava Vargas
Course outline
Important information
- Available for exam challenge only.
- Departmental approval needed
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This challenge section requires program approval. Contact Program Assistant at jackie_sousa@bcit.ca for approval to register.
CRN 34255
Dates
Mon Oct 14 - Mon Dec 02
- 7 weeks
- CRN 34255
- Domestic fees $637.17
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 14 - Dec 02 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Instructor
Tatiana Rubalcava Vargas
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Departmental approval needed
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This condensed course will be delivered online over 7 weeks. Contact the Program Assistant at jackie_sousa@bcit.ca for approval to register.
CRN 51439
Dates
Mon Dec 02 - Mon Dec 09
- 2 weeks
- CRN 51439
- Domestic fees $673.05
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 02 - Dec 09 | Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | 09:00 - 16:00 | Burnaby |
Instructor
Inderprit Gandham
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please contact Program Assistant at jackie_sousa@bcit.ca for registration approval.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.