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Cardiovascular Technology: 1003 INTRO

A resource guide for the Cardiovascular Technology program

Course description

CVTC 1003 - Introduction to Cardiovascular Technology

An introduction to the field of cardiovascular technology. Topics include patient history, physical assessment, communication, ethics, and documentation. Special emphasis will be placed on the principles of radiation safety, sterile technique, cardiac monitoring, and arterial hemostasis.

Books Available at TCC Library

ACLS Study Guide
on Reserve at WC Library
Kern's Cardiac Catheterization Handbook
available for checkout
Fast Facts for the Cath Lab Nurse
available for checkout
Cardiovascular Technologist
eBook
The Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
eBook
Medical Terminology Made Incredibly Easy!
Publication Date: 2018
eBook
CPR & Lifesaving: Quick Study Guide
Studying, Tips, Tricks & Hacks

Patient Perspective: Angiography Procedure

How to Measure Blood Pressure Using a Manual Monitor

Invisible Impact: The Risk of Ionizing Radiation on Cath Lab Staff

Start an IV

Foley catheter procedure for female bladder drainage - 3D animation

Male Foley Catheter Medical Animation

Patient Education Websites & Handouts

Evaluating Health Information
from MedlinePlus
Heart Procedures and Surgeries
from American Heart Association
Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG)
from the Mayo Clinic
Cardiac Catheterization
from the Mayo Clinic
What is Blood Pressure?
Cleveland Clinic Handout
What is an Echocardiogram?
Cleveland Clinic Handout

Heart & Vascular Dictionary Website

Heart & Vascular Dictionary
From the Cleveland Clinic

Hemostasis Website

Hemostasis
From Cleveland Clinic

Invasive and Non-Invasive Tests (Website)

Invasive & Non-Invasive Tests
From Baylor Medicine

Cardiac Conduction System

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