Course
Bundle Branch Block 101
Contact Hours Awarded: 1
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Course Overview
Author: Maura Buck BSN, RN
Upon completing this course, learners will be able to explain the difference between right and left bundle branch blocks (BBB), how to identify this rhythm on an EKG, and discuss diagnostic tools used to diagnose BBB. Learners will also be able to anticipate patient symptoms based on which BBB they are diagnosed with. The course presents different treatment approaches and their outcomes. This course is relevant for LPNs, RNs, and APRNs practicing in all specialties and care settings. It will be particularly useful for nurses in the intensive care unit, emergency department, progressive care, and telemetry/stepdown.
Course Outline
- Describe the difference between a right and left BBB.
- Recognize symptoms caused by BBB.
- Recognize bundle branch blocks on EKG strips.
- Identify treatment options for BBB.
- Discuss nursing considerations when managing patients with BBB and pacemakers.
Accreditation Statement
Nursing CE Central LLC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
In this course, we will discuss COURSE TOPIC. It will take the average learner 60 minutes to complete and awards 1 contact hours of continuing education.
Course Outcomes
After completing this course, the learner will rate a 4 out of 5 on the Likert Scale for their ability to:
- Describe the difference between a right and left BBB.
- Recognize symptoms caused by BBB.
- Recognize bundle branch blocks on EKG strips.
- Identify treatment options for BBB.
- Discuss nursing considerations when managing patients with BBB and pacemakers.
Target Audience
- Registered Nurses (RN)
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN)
- Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN/LVN)
Requirement for Completion
- Enrollment in the course by the learner
- Read and learn all course materials
- Complete the course evaluation
- Attest and testify learning of the course materials
Accreditations + Approvals
- American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) (P0614)
- California Board of Registered Nursing (CEP 17418)
- Kentucky Board of Nursing (7-0090)
- Louisiana State Board of Nursing (58)
- New York State Department of Education (IC 208)
- New York State Department of Education Child Abuse #80996
- Florida Board of Nursing (50-23983)
Disclosure of Relevant Financial Relationships
Nursing CE Central nor any of the authors, planners, content experts, or any contributors have any relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
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Course Expires on: September 26, 2027
Course Offering: #501