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DMSG 174: Clinical Education II

2.00 Credits

Northampton County Area Community College

Continued application of sonographic scanning procedures in a hospital or outpatient setting under the supervision of an appropriately credentialed diagnostic medical sonographer with independent scanning when competency has been demonstrated; emphasis on liver, pancreas, GB, superficial parts, pelvic areas, pregnant uterus, and related structures; production and interpretation of normal and pathologic sonograms of each area; film critique a critical component. This course will encompass 240 hours of clinical education. Restricted to DMS students. Offered summer only. Prerequisite: DMSG 124 (Grade of C or Higher)

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DMSG 175: Cardiac Clinical Education II

1.00 Credits

Northampton County Area Community College

This course is a continued application of sonographic procedures in an echocardiography lab in hospital or outpatient setting under the supervision of a credentialed diagnostic medical sonographer with independent scanning when competency has been demonstrated. Emphasis is placed on professionalism and clinical skills needed to perform and provide diagnostic information necessary for the evaluation of cardiac disease. Students will synthesize learning from didactic, laboratory, and instrumentation courses to prepare patients for the cardiac ultrasound examination, enter patient data and perform normal and abnormal studies under the direct supervision of the clinical instructor. Throughout this 112-hour clinical rotation, emphasis is placed on developing the students interpersonal skills with patients and staff. Students will log daily scans. Restricted to DMS students.

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DMSG 182: Vascular Clinical Education III

4.00 Credits

Northampton County Area Community College

This course is a hands-on application of sonographic scanning procedures in a hospital or outpatient setting under the supervision of an appropriately credentialed technologist. Observation, assistance and performance of sonographic examinations and tests including vascular system and vascular structures following sonographic examination protocols; production and interpretation of normal and pathological sonograms of each area; film critique a critical component. This course encompasses 448 clinical hours. Restricted to DMS students.

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DMSG 215G: Small Parts and Special Topics

2.00 Credits

Northampton County Area Community College

Application and use of ultrasound in the imaging of superficial organs and structures such as the thyroid and parathyroid glands, breasts, extremities, and scrotum; histologic aspects of various pathological conditions correlated with acoustical properties and ultrasound characteristics. Recent applications, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. Restricted to DMS students. Core: WI. Offered spring semester only. Prerequisite: ENGL 101

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DMSG 223: Abdominal & Vascular Clinical Education III

2.00 Credits

Northampton County Area Community College

This course is a continued hands-on application of sonographic scanning procedures in a hospital or outpatient setting under the supervision of an appropriately credentialed technologist. Independent scanning and performance of tests when competency has been demonstrated with emphasis on vascular, abdominal and superficial structures, following sonographic examination protocols; production and interpretation of normal and pathological sonograms of each area; film critique a critical component. This course encompasses 240 clinical hours. Restricted to DMS students.

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DMSG 224: Clinical Education III

2.00 Credits

Northampton County Area Community College

Continued application of sonographic scanning procedures in a hospital or outpatient setting under the supervision of an appropriately credentialed diagnostic medical sonographer; emphasis on identification of pathology, and sonography of abdominal, small parts, and obstetrical-gynecological structures; rotations in the practice of peripheral vascular exams and other specialties within the field may be arranged; film critique a critical component. Independent scanning may take place when competency has been demonstrated. This course will encompass 240 hours of clinical education. Restricted to DMS students. Offered fall semester only. Prerequisite: DMSG 174 (Grade of C or Higher)

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DMSG 225: Cardiac Clinical Education III

3.00 Credits

Northampton County Area Community College

This course is a continued hands-on clinical application practice of cardiac ultrasound in an echocardiography laboratory focusing on identification and documentation of cardiac pathology. Under supervision, students practice the clinical skills necessary to perform advanced techniques and specialty applications in acquired and congenital disease states. Film critique is a critical component. Independent scanning may take place when competency has been demonstrated. Students will also observe and assist with stress echocardiography and transesophageal echo. This clinical rotation consists of 336 clinical hours and will include pediatric and adult congenital rotations. Restricted to DMS students.

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DMSG 232: Vascular Clinical Education IV

3.00 Credits

Northampton County Area Community College

This course is a continued hands-on application of sonographic scanning procedures in a hospital or outpatient setting under the supervision of an appropriately credentialed technologist. Independent scanning and performance of tests when competency has been demonstrated with emphasis on vascular structures, following sonographic examination protocols; production and interpretation of normal and pathological sonograms of each area; film critique a critical component. Independent scanning may take place when competency has been demonstrated. This course encompasses 336 clinical hours. Restricted to DMS students.

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DMSG 233: Abdominal & Vascular Clinical Education IV

3.00 Credits

Northampton County Area Community College

This course is a continued hands-on application of sonographic scanning procedures in a hospital or outpatient setting under the supervision of an appropriately credentialed technologist. Independent scanning and performance of tests when competency has been demonstrated with emphasis on vascular, abdominal and superficial structures, following sonographic examination protocols; production and interpretation of normal and pathological sonograms of each area; film critique a critical component. Independent scanning may take place when competency has been demonstrated. This course encompasses 360 clinical hours. Restricted to DMS students.

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DMSG 234: Clinical Education IV

3.00 Credits

Northampton County Area Community College

Continued application of sonographic scanning procedures in a hospital or outpatient setting under the supervision of an appropriately credentialed diagnostic medical sonographer; emphasis on identification of pathology, and sonography of abdominal, small parts, and obstetrical-gynecological structures; rotations in the practice of peripheral vascular exams and other specialties within the field may be arranged; film critique a critical component. Independent scanning may take place when competency has been demonstrated. This course will encompass 360 hours of clinical education. Restricted to DMS students. Offered spring semester only. Prerequisite: DMSG 224 (Grade of C or Higher)

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