Using an easy-to-understand, step-by-step approach, this full-color text describes how to interpret 12-lead ECGs and recognize Acute Coronary Syndromes. It includes the latest research, and it now reflects the new 2005 emergency cardiovascular care guidelines. New case studies, illustrations, tables, and over 100 12-lead ECGs offer readers the opportunity to apply their knowledge. Its need-to-know information helps students become proficient in the fundamentals of Acute Coronary Syndrome recognition and management, for both hospital and prehospital environments. Instructor's Electronic Resource (CD-ROM) is also available.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Reviewing the Basics NEW! Chapter 2 Introduction to the 12-lead ECG Chapter 3 Acquiring the 12-lead ECG NEW! Chapter 4 Acute Coronary Syndromes Chapter 5 Myocardial Infarction: Recognition and Localization Chapter 6 Myocardial Infarction: Complications and Treatment Chapter 7 Bundle Branch Block Chapter 8 Acute Coronary Syndromes Imitators Chapter 9 Practice ECGs NEW! Chapter 10 Case Studies Glossary