Section: 4.3.6 - Pacemaker Therapy and Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator | Medical-Surgical 1 | NextGenU.org

  • Student Learning Outcomes:
    • Discuss the functions of the pacemaker.
    • Compare the different types of pacemakers, including indications, complications, and nursing interventions.
    • Explain the purpose of the Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator.
    • Describe the nursing management of clients with an Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator.
    Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 48 minutes.

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    • Required Learning Resources and Activities
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    • Read the section complications. (2 minutes)

    • Read the sections indication of pacemakers and Types. (3 minutes)

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    • Additional Learning Resources
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      Quiz: Unit 4.3.6

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