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WELCOME TO REKPLAY
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Mass Transfusion Protocol (MTP)
13:57
Understanding the EKG and Heart Rates
13:17
Pulmonology 101
06:22
Diabetes Mellitus (DM) and Insulin
06:53
Understanding Thoracic Emergencies
07:55
The Spinal Cord Injuries
07:36
Meet your Organs
10:43
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Bonus: RekMed is digital AND interactive page by page! (Coming soon)
Nursing Assessment (video & activities hidden in this demo course)
The Nursing assessment is the very first step in the nursing process — and it sets the stage for everything that follows in patient care. By gathering a complete picture through observation, interview, and physical exam, nurses identify what’s normal, what’s not, and what requires immediate attention. In this lesson, we’ll cover how a strong assessment guides clinical judgment, improves outcomes, and ensures safe, effective care step-by-step.
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The General Survey, Neuro & Vital Signs
Physical Assessment: Head & Neck
Physical Assessment: Respiratory
Physical Assessment: Cardiovascular
Physical Assessment: Musculoskeletal – Part 1 (Muscles)
Physical Assessment: Musculoskeletal – Part 2 (Bones)
Physical Assessment: Musculoskeletal – Part 3 (Reflex Block)
Physical Assessment: Musculoskeletal – Part4 (Cranial Nerves)
Physical Assessment: Integumentary
Physical Assessment: Breast & Axillae
Physical Assessment: Abdominal
Physical Assessment: Genitourinary
The Basics (video & activities hidden in this demo course)
Every great nurse starts with a strong foundation — and that’s exactly what this section is designed to give you. Before diving into complex disorders or critical care scenarios, it’s essential to master the building blocks that support all of medicine. In The Basics, you’ll meet the body’s organs and learn how they work together, explore vital signs as the first clues to patient stability, and build confidence in pediatrics with developmental milestones and common conditions. You’ll strengthen your understanding of electrolytes and blood types, laying the groundwork for interpreting labs and making safe clinical decisions. We’ll also break down IV fluids — from a simple review to their role in sedation and ACLS drips — and cover the fundamentals of IV access, one of the most essential nursing skills. Finally, you’ll learn how to approach high-stakes topics like burns and the Mass Transfusion Protocol (MTP) with clarity and confidence. By mastering these essentials, you’ll have the knowledge and skills to approach more advanced topics with confidence — because every expert nurse starts with the basics.
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Meet your Organs
10:43
Vital Signs
Pediatrics 101
05:55
Pediatrics – Stages of Development
Pediatric Conditions – Part 1
Pediatric Conditions – Part 2
Electrolytes
Blood Types
IV Fluid Review
IV Fluids & IV Sedation
IV Access
Burns
Mass Transfusion Protocol (MTP)
Cardiovascular (video & activities hidden in this demo course)
The heart is the engine of the body, pumping blood and oxygen to every cell and organ we depend on. A strong understanding of the cardiovascular system is essential for nurses — not only to recognize normal anatomy and function, but also to detect dangerous changes before they become life-threatening. In this section, we’ll start with the foundations: cardiac anatomy, circulation, and the layers of the heart, then move into the tools nurses use every day, like EKGs and rhythm interpretation. From there, we’ll cover critical topics such as heart blocks, pacing, cardiac devices, and hemodynamics to connect electrical activity and blood flow to real clinical scenarios. We’ll also explore major cardiac conditions, including acute coronary syndrome, valve disorders, aneurysms, and heart failure, along with the life-saving technologies like mechanical circulatory support that keep patients alive in crisis. Finally, we’ll prepare you to respond to emergent cardiovascular conditions, building the knowledge and confidence to act quickly when every second counts. By the end of this section, you’ll have a comprehensive framework for understanding the heart — from normal function to critical emergencies — and the essential role nurses play in protecting it.
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Cardiac Anatomy & Circulation
Layers of the Heart
Understanding the EKG and Heart Rates
Understanding EKG Rhythms
Cardiac Devices
Cardiac Pacing
Heart Blocks – Part 1
Heart Blocks – Part 2
Understanding Hemodynamics 101
Hemodynamic Monitoring Part 2: Arterial Lines
Hemodynamic Monitoring Part 3: Central Venous Pressure
Hemodynamic Monitoring Part 4 – PA Lines
Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) – Part 1: ACS, Angina, NSTEMI, STemi
Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) – Part 2: Demand Ischemia, CAD, CABG
Valves and Aneurysms
Heart Failure 101
Heart Failure Part 2
Heart Failure – Part 3
Mechanical Circulatory Support
Cardiac Conditions
Emergent Cardiac Conditions
Respiratory (video & activities hidden in this demo course)
Breathing is the foundation of life — and understanding the respiratory system is essential for every nurse. This section will start with the basics, including respiratory anatomy and the key terminology of ventilation, before moving into how we support patients with oxygen delivery and mechanical ventilation. You’ll build confidence in the fundamentals with Pulmonology 101, then dive deeper into major pulmonary diseases, pulmonary embolism, and respiratory failure, learning how to recognize, assess, and intervene in these critical conditions. We’ll also explore the structure and function of the thorax, the role of chest tubes in managing pleural problems, and advanced skills in mechanical ventilation through a two-part series. By the end of this section, you’ll have a clear framework for understanding the respiratory system — from normal function to life-saving interventions — and the essential nursing skills to care for patients in respiratory distress.
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Respiratory Anatomy
Ventilation and Respiratory Terminology
Oxygen Delivery
Mechanical Ventilation – Part 1
Pulmonology 101
Pulmonary Diseases – Part 1 – Asthma & COPD
Pulmonary Diseases – Part 2 – Pneumonia, Medications, OSA
Pulmonary Diseases – Part 3 – PAH & Pulmonary Contusions
Pulmonary Embolism
Respiratory Failure – Part 1 – ARDS & Acute Respiratory Failure
Respiratory Failure – Part 2 – ARDS Treatment & Proning Position
Understanding Thoracic Emergencies
Chest Tubes
Mechanical Ventilation – Part 2
Neurology (video & activities hidden in this demo course)
The nervous system controls every thought, movement, and function in the body — which means neurological issues can have life-changing and life-threatening consequences. For nurses, understanding how the brain, spinal cord, and nerves work is essential for recognizing emergencies and guiding care. In this section, we’ll begin with neurology anatomy and the nervous system, then move into tools like the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS), neuro assessments, and pupil checks that help identify problems early. We’ll cover critical conditions such as brain injuries, skull fractures, brain bleeds, and seizures, and explore the complications of pressures in the brain, brain infections, and brain death. You’ll also learn how to assess and manage spinal cord anatomy and injuries, as well as recognize and respond to stroke, one of the most time-sensitive neurological emergencies. Finally, we’ll tie in understanding sedation, a vital part of managing patients with neurological compromise. By the end of this section, you’ll have a strong foundation in neurology — from anatomy and assessment to life-saving interventions — giving you the skills and confidence to respond when every second matters.
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Neurology Anatomy
The Nervous System
GCS & Neuro Assessment
Pupil Assessment & Trauma
Pressures in the Brain
Brain Injuries
Skull Fractures
Layers in the Brain
Brain Bleeds
Brain Injury & Management
Brain Death
Brain Infections
Seizures
Spinal Cord Anatomy
The Spinal Cord Injuries
Stroke Alert! – Part 1
Types of Strokes – Part 2
Sedation – Part 1 – Sedation 101 & Rapid Sequence Intubation (RSI)
Sedation – Part 2 – Sedation Medication & Train of Four (TOF)
Sedation – Part 3 – Sedation Complications
Renal (video & activities hidden in this demo course)
The kidneys are the body’s filtration system, maintaining balance in fluids, electrolytes, and blood pressure — and when they fail, the consequences can be life-threatening. For nurses, understanding renal anatomy, function, and disease processes is essential for accurate assessment and effective intervention. In this section, we’ll start with the foundations of renal anatomy, exploring how the kidneys and nephrons regulate sodium, water, and electrolyte balance. We’ll then move into conditions like acute kidney injury (AKI) and chronic kidney disease (CKD), reviewing their causes, symptoms, and treatments. You’ll also learn about renal replacement therapy (RRT), including dialysis, and the critical role of nurses in monitoring and supporting these patients. Finally, we’ll tie it together with renal nursing care and other important renal conditions, ensuring you have the knowledge to connect pathophysiology to real-world practice. By the end of this section, you’ll have a solid framework for understanding the renal system — from normal function to disease states — and the skills to care for patients across the spectrum of kidney health.
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Renal Anatomy
Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Management
Renal Replacement Therapy (RRT)
Renal Nursing Care & Equipment
Other Renal Conditions
Multi-System (video & activities hidden in this demo course)
Some conditions don’t affect just one organ system — they impact the body as a whole. This section focuses on multi-system disorders and cross-disciplinary concepts that every nurse must understand in order to provide safe, effective care. We’ll start with the endocrine system, reviewing its anatomy, common disorders, and the essentials of diabetes, insulin use, and glucose regulation. From there, we’ll move into urgent and complex conditions like DKA and anion gap interpretation, and life-threatening emergencies such as SIRS and sepsis. We’ll also cover broader challenges, including substance abuse and chronic inflammatory disorders, and build your skills in interpreting arterial blood gases (ABGs). Finally, we’ll tie in OB/GYN foundations, ensuring you can apply nursing knowledge to a wide range of patient populations. By the end of this section, you’ll have the tools to understand, assess, and manage conditions that span multiple systems — preparing you to think critically and act quickly in real-world nursing practice.
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Endocrine Anatomy 101
Endocrine Anatomy – Part 2 – Pancreas, Uterus, Testes
Diabetes Mellitus (DM) and Insulin
Glucose Regulation – Hyper and Hypo Glycemia
Glucose Regulation – Prolonged Hyperglycemia: DKA & HHNS
Anion Gap (AG) and DKA Interventions
SIRS and Sepsis
ABGs – Part 1 – Arterial Blood Gases (ABG’s)
ABG’s – Part 2 – Tic Tac Toe & Practice Questions
ABG’S – Part 3 – ABG Syringe & Things you need to know
ABGs – Part 4 – Compensated, Partially Compensated, Uncompensated
Substance Abuse
Chronic Inflammatory Disorders
Understanding OB/GYN
Gastrology (video & activities hidden in this demo course)
The gastrointestinal system is responsible for fueling the body — breaking down food, absorbing nutrients, and eliminating waste — but when it malfunctions, the effects can be widespread and dangerous. For nurses, a solid understanding of GI anatomy, function, and disorders is critical for accurate assessment and timely interventions. In this section, we’ll start with GI anatomy and move into urgent topics like GI bleeds, one of the most common and potentially life-threatening emergencies. We’ll cover bowel obstructions, infarctions, perforations, abdominal trauma, compartment syndrome, and intussusception, giving you the tools to recognize red flags early. From there, we’ll explore liver disorders, portal hypertension, ascites, and hepatic encephalopathy, connecting pathophysiology to patient care. Finally, we’ll review hepatitis and other GI conditions, ensuring you understand causes, transmission, prevention, and treatment strategies. By the end of this section, you’ll have a strong foundation in GI health and disease — from everyday conditions to life-threatening emergencies — and the knowledge to connect what you see at the bedside to what’s happening inside the body.
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GI Anatomy
GI Bleeds
Gastro Disorders Part 1 – Bowel obstructions, Infarctions & Perforations
Gastro Disorders Part 2 – Abdominal Trauma, Compartment Syndrome, and Intussusception
Liver Disorders
Hepatitis and other GI Conditions
RekPlay Demo

Welcome to Understanding the EKG and Heart Rates!

This lesson can be found on pages 74, 75, and 76 in your Nurse Workbook 2.0!

In this lesson we will go over:

  • the EKG paper
  • what the EKG waves mean
  • the cardiac electrical cycle
  • how to count a heart rate quickly on the EKG
  • what EKG measurements should look like
  • a quick EKG heart rate counting tip

Specifically: The SA Node, AV Node, P wave, PR segment, PR interval, QRS Complex, QT Interval, T wave, RR Interval, U wave

 

Have a Quizlet account? Now you can test your knowledge on this section with flashcards, practice questions, and matching games by clicking this link!

**Don’t forget to can re-print the PDF’s attached to this lesson so you can retest your knowledge as much as necessary!

Video Timestamps:

00:07 Understanding EKG and heart rate fundamentals

01:37 The heart’s electrical system controls heart rate and contractions.

03:26 Understanding the EKG and heart rates

04:56 Understanding the t-wave in EKG analysis

06:25 Understanding depolarization and repolarization

08:04 Understanding the EKG and Heart Rates

09:51 Understanding EKG components and their clinical significance

11:36 Understand EKG heart rate counting tip

Exercise Files
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