Core Competency Areas
The exam tests for 'Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities' (KSAs) in the following core competency areas:
20%Cardiac Anatomy and Physiology
25%EKG Technology and Terminology
10%Law, Ethics, Professionalism, and Safety Procedures
25%EKG Procedures, Operations, and Troubleshooting
10%Overview of EKG Analysis and Interpretation
10%Common Cardiovascular Disease
Use the following topical guide to help you prepare for the exam:
I. Cardiac Anatomy and Physiology (20%)
II. EKG Technology and Terminology (25%)
III. Law, Ethics, Professionalism, and Safety Procedures (10%)
IV. EKG Procedures, Operations, and Troubleshooting (25%)
V. Overview of EKG Analysis and Interpretation (10%)
VI. Common Cardiovascular Diseases (10%)
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