About this course
Confirm PICC and CVAD tip position at the bedside with intracavitary ECG (IC-ECG). Learn the P-wave method for locating the cavoatrial junction, equipment and setup, step-by-step technique, troubleshooting, contraindications, and documentation.
IC-ECG provides real-time confirmation and can replace a confirmatory chest x-ray in appropriate patients — saving time and letting you correct malposition before the procedure ends.
What you'll learn
- Explain the P-wave principle and the cavoatrial-junction target
- Set up and perform IC-ECG tip confirmation step by step
- Recognize when IC-ECG is contraindicated (atrial fibrillation/flutter, paced atria)
- Troubleshoot signal loss and malposition, and document confirmation correctly