A STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFECTIVENESS OF VIDEO ASSISTED TEACHING PROGRAMME ON KNOWLEDGE REGARDING CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIA AMONG NURSING OFFICERS AT SELECTED HOSPITALS, IN MYSURU

The heart is considered the epicentre of emotions, ideas, and inspiration. According to the Indian Council of Medical Research, cardiovascular diseases significantly affect mortality and morbidity, with about 2.6 million people in India expected to die from cardiovascular illnesses between the ages of 30 and 69 years. Cardiovascular disease is one of the leading causes of death in India, and its prevalence increases with age. Among these conditions, cardiac arrhythmias are a major cause of death in patients with cardiovascular diseases and contribute significantly to sudden cardiac deaths worldwide. Cardiac arrhythmia occurs due to disturbances in the heart’s electrical conduction or automaticity, leading to abnormal heart rate and rhythm. The Electrocardiogram is one of the most important diagnostic tools used in modern medicine to evaluate arrhythmias. Nurses working in cardiac and critical care units are frequently exposed to emergency situations and play a crucial role in detecting and managing arrhythmias. As they are often the first responders during cardiac arrest, it is essential that they receive adequate training to effectively handle such situations.