Abstract

Aim: The aim of the study is determine the knowledge and experience of nursing students who have taken basic ECG course

Method: The research is a mixed method descriptive study with qualitative and quantitative characteristics. The sample of study consisted of 14 nursing student who have taken basic ECG between 27-31 December 2021, which is the 14th week of the course. Foreign students who could not express themselves adequately were excluded from the study and students who were willing to participate in the study and were able to express themselves were included in the study. Data were collected via questionnaire form and semi-structured interviews and analyzed using inductive content analysis.

Results: ECG and monitoring knowledge of the students were sufficient, and five themes related to their experiences were formed.

Conclusion: It can be said that the basic ECG course is effective on nursing students and it can be suggested that this course should be included in all nursing education programs.