Electrocardiogram Series: Normal Electrocardiogram and Arrhythmia

Abstract

Abstract An electrocardiogram (ECG) represents the electrical activity of the cardiac cells. The ECG serves as a significant diagnostic test, especially in identifying and managing life-threatening arrhythmias and acute coronary syndrome. With the upsurge of non-communicable diseases, there is a significant increase in heart diseases, especially acute coronary syndrome and arrhythmias. Interpretation of ECG is a skill demanded of nurses irrespective of the healthcare settings for immediate intervention towards enhancing the positive outcome of patients. This article details the simplified interpretation of normal and abnormal ECGs towards updating one’s skill in ECG interpretation.