Cardiac Diagnostics

Cardiac Diagnostics CPU

Introduction
Featured Careers
Skill Development
What's Included
Ordering Information
CPU Objectives

In the Cardiac Diagnostics CPU, students will examine anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system, focusing on the heart and its properties. Students will practice aseptic procedures while taking basic vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, and respiration. Students will also explore how various diagnostic procedures are performed. They will also learn basic interpretation of abnormal anatomy in CT scans using the Cardiac CT software, and EKGs.

Featured Careers

Surgical technologist
Radiologic technologist
Physical therapist
Emergency medical technician
Cardiovascular technologist

Skill Development

Health Science Skills

Anatomy and physiology of the heart and lungs
Taking vital signs
Practicing aseptic procedures
Diseases of the heart
Performing a simulated ECG
Diagnostic procedures used in cardiac situations including MRI, angiograpy, CAT scans, and more

Academic Skills

Reading
Writing
Anatomy and physiology
Communication techniques
Biology

What's Included

Applied Technologies Cardiac Diagnostics courseware CD
Electrocardiography textbook
English-Spanish medical dictionary
Cardiac anatomy textbook
Cardiac atlas software
Stethoscope
Sphygmomanometer with cuff
ECG caliper
ECG ruler
Anatomical heart model
Miscellaneous materials and consumables
Instructor's Overview
Media Cruiser

Ordering Information

Cardiac Diagnostics - HS927
CPU Objectives

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