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Accuracy Of Electrocardiogram Reading By Family Practice Residents, Denise Sur, Lily Kaye, Michael Mikus, Jeffery Goad, Anthony Morena

Jeff Goad

Objectives: This study evaluated the electrocardiogram (EKG) reading skills of family practice residents. Methods: A multicenter study was carried out to evaluate the accuracy of EKG reading in the family practice setting. Based on the frequency and potential for clinical significance, we chose 18 common findings on 10 EKGs for evaluation. The EKGs were then distributed to residents at six family practice residencies. Residents were given one point for the identification of each correct EKG finding and scored based on the number correct over a total of 18. Results: Sixty-one residents (20 first year 23 second year; and 18 third …