DMS 251 - Clinical Education

Credit Hours 6
Lecture: 0 Lab: 30
This course offers the student an opportunity to refine skills in independent scanning, recognize normal and pathological sonographic findings, alter protocols, improve image quality, gather pertinent clinical data and correlate with other imaging tests in order to fully understand the total medical picture of the patient prior to the ultrasound exam. Students will demonstrate full proficiency in ultrasound imaging of the abdomen, small parts, OB/GYN organs, superficial and vascular structures as well as other organ systems/procedures. Students are encouraged to gain experience and competencies in vascular studies. Emphasis is on the progression to full independent scanning under the supervision of qualified sonography staff and clinical instructor. Prerequisite(s): DMS 250
Is course repeatable for credit? No Number of times may repeat? (Maximum is 3) This course is offered in the Fall
Variable Hour Exist No
Mode of Delivery Traditional
Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No
Is this an International Course? No
Semesters Offered Fall