Cardiology · SELF-PACED COURSE

Pacemakers & Implantable Defibrillators

  • AEMT
  • Paramedic

Assess symptomatic patients with implanted rhythm devices; LVADs are separate.

60 minutesMinimum study time
20 lessons6 modules · Self-paced
12 monthsOf course access
Learning recordAfter required completion

COURSE OVERVIEW

Learning That Fits Your Schedule

Work through the lessons, required activities and knowledge checks. Your saved place lets you return between sessions. Complete the final assessment and evaluation to receive a learning completion record.

Online coursework does not replace supervised hands-on competency. Follow your scope of practice, local protocols and medical direction.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

What You’ll Learn

  • Distinguish implanted-device functions, configurations and the limits of inferred pacing dependence.
  • Assess clinical perfusion, obtain credible recordings and reconstruct symptoms and device-event history.
  • Recognize suspected pacing problems while preserving technical uncertainty and appropriate clinical support.
  • Respond to ICD events and associated concerns with safe rescue, device-specific boundaries and coordinated handoff.
  • Develop and audit evolving device-emergency plans and distinguish knowledge completion from observed readiness and approval.

YOUR LEARNING PATH

Inside the Course

01Device Functions, Identity and Programmed Behavior
02Patient Assessment, Credible Recordings and Event History
03Pacing Output, Capture, Sensing and Rapid-Rhythm Concerns
04ICD Events, Magnet Boundaries and External Rescue
05Pocket Issues, Interference and Coordinated Handoff
06Progressive Cases, Evidence Audit and Observed Readiness

CE approval & acceptance

This course currently awards 0 approved CE hours. Check acceptance details.

Course material is being revised. Clinical review is not yet complete.