DMS 110 - Sonography Principles & Procedures

Credit Hours 2
Lecture: 1 Lab: 2
This course introduces the student to the profession of diagnostic medical sonography including the role of the sonographer and the origins or the profession as well as the evolution of diagnostic medical sonography. It focuses on medical terminology, ethical/legal aspects, written/ verbal communication, and professional issues relating to registry, accreditation, professional organizations and history of diagnostic medical sonography as a profession. This course explains safety, body mechanics, patient transfer, infection control and emergency procedures. Career discussions include the sonographer’s role in various clinical settings, ethics and professionalism, job search and interview techniques. Prerequisites Acceptance into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Corequisites DMS 110, DMS 111, DMS 112, DMS 113
Concurrent DMS 111, DMS 112, DMS 113
Is course repeatable for credit? No
Variable Hour Exist No

Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No
Is this an International Course? No
Semesters Offered Fall