DMS 137C - Ultrasound Clinical 2/Vascular

Institution:

Community College of Allegheny County

Subject:

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Description:

This clinical course offers the student progressively greater participation in the various steps involved in the vascular examination of the patient. Skills in scanning that have been developed in previous clinical courses are utilized. The student develops skills in recognizing normal anatomy as well as pathology. Progression of the examination is performed by the student under the direct supervision of the clinical instructor. The student continues to gather pertinent clinical information in order to understand the total medical picture of the patient prior to the vascular examination. The student is introduced to and assist in portable examinations and special procedures. The student gains skill and confidence in presenting the case before the interpreting physician. (The student is assigned to a full-time clinical experience over six weeks.) This course requires a per credit health career fee; check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate. This course is graded on a pass/fail basis.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

DMS 125, DMS 135C and PHY 127   

Corequisites:

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Level:

Instructional Type:

Practicum

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.ccac.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 323-2323

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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