CCT (ASQ) case studies
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The Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT) is a cardiovascular credential administered by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), a credentialing body whose published materials describe its mission as "Wholehearted Validation." CCT appears among CCI's credential offerings alongside the Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician (CRAT), the Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS), the Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) and related designations. The credential is aimed at technologists who record and analyze cardiac electrical activity and who support cardiac diagnostic testing, and it is one of CCI's entry-level pathways into the cardiovascular profession. The CCT case studies are 5 cases and about 1,437 words.
1Syncope During Treadmill Test
A 58-year-old man with a history of hypertension and smoking is undergoing a treadmill exercise stress test. At 6 minutes into the Bruce protocol (stage 3, 9 METs), his heart rate is 140 bpm, blood pressure is 150/90 mmHg, and he reports mild fatigue.
304 words, about 2 min2ECG Artifact in a Tremulous Patient
A 72-year-old woman with a history of Parkinson's disease is scheduled for a routine ECG. She has noticeable hand tremor and is unable to remain completely still.
314 words, about 2 min3Exercise-Induced ST Depression in a Diabetic
A 65-year-old woman with type 2 diabetes and a history of atypical chest pain undergoes a exercise stress test. At peak exercise (8 METs), her heart rate is 150 bpm, blood pressure is 170/80 mmHg.
256 words, about 1 min4Lead Placement Error in a Patient with Dextrocardia
A 45-year-old man is undergoing a routine ECG. The technician notes that lead I shows a negative P wave and negative QRS complex, and the precordial leads show poor R-wave progression with low voltage.
301 words, about 2 min5Equipment Malfunction During Holter Monitor Hookup
A 30-year-old woman is being fitted with a 24-hour Holter monitor for evaluation of palpitations. During electrode placement, the technician notices that the monitor's display shows a flat line despite proper electrode connection.
262 words, about 1 min