D. Cardiac Arrhythmias

Unit Objective:

At the end of this unit the resident understands the etiology and physiology of cardiac arrhythmias, and performs operative and non-operative treatment.

Learner Objectives:

Upon completion of the unit the resident:

1. Understands the etiology of cardiac arrhythmias and underlying physiologic disturbances;
   
   
2. Understands operative and non-operative management;

3. Knows the indications for and techniques of electrophysiologic studies and the application of this information to patient management.