Introduction to Electrophysiology and Basics of ECG

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Updated 29 Jul 2025 4 Ratings
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In this lecture, cardiac clinical nurse educator Stephanie Oxley provides a foundational understanding of cardiac electrophysiology and the basics of electrocardiography (ECG). She covers the anatomy of the heart's electrical conduction system and addresses and explains the pathophysiology of common ECG abnormalities, including atrial fibrillation, sinus node dysfunction and ventricular arrhythmias.

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The AV node serves as a ‘gatekeeper’ between the SA node and the ventricles. What is one of its key functions in this role?

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