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DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY PROFESSIONAL PLUS COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
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Course Descriptions
DS223 ABDOMINAL ULTRASOUND I (3.0 credits/60 clock hours)
Presents
normal and abnormal conditions of the gallbladder, liver, spleen,
pancreas, abdominal vasculature, kidneys, adrenals, and bile ducts.
Describes in detail the proper techniques of imaging each individual
organ, including transducer selection, patient position, and scan
technique. Covers the interrelationships of various organs in disease
processes such as renal carcinoma, metastatic lever disease, adult and
juvenile polycystic kidney disease, gallstones, adrenal tumors, and
obstructive jaundice. Includes lab. Prerequisites: None.
DS233 ABDOMINAL ULTRASOUND II (2.0 credits/48 clock hours)
Presents
abnormal conditions of the gallbladder, liver, spleen, pancreas,
abdominal vasculature, kidneys, adrenals, and bile ducts. Moves from
techniques for scanning individual organs to learning complete scanning
protocols. Covers the interrelationships of various organs in disease
processes such as renal carcinoma, metastatic liver disease, adult and
juvenile polycystic kidney disease, gallstones, adrenal tumors, and
obstructive jaundice. Includes lab. Prerequisite: Abdominal Ultrasound
I.
MD122 ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY I (3.0 credits/58 clock hours)
This course begins with the structure and function of cells, tissues,
organs and systems. Then it progresses to comprehensive anatomy
and physiology of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous
and sensory systems. Laboratory projects will be coordinated with specific systems.
Prerequisite: None.
MD123 ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY I LAB (.5 credit/14 clock hours)
Lab projects
are coordinated with specific systems studied in Anatomy & Physiology I.
Prerequisite: Must be taken concurrently with Anatomy & Physiology I.
MD124 ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY II (3.0 credits/58 clock hours)
This course
is a continuation of comprehensive anatomy and physiology covering the
following body systems: endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic,
respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive. Laboratory projects
will be coordinated with specific systems. Prerequisite: Anatomy &
Physiology I and Medical Terminology I.
MD125 ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY II LAB (.5 credit/14 clock hours)
Lab
projects are coordinated with specific systems studied in Anatomy &
Physiology II. Prerequisite: Anatomy & Physiology I, Anatomy &
Physiology I Lab. Must be taken concurrently with Anatomy & Physiology
II.
DS243 CARDIAC PATHOPHYSIOLOGY I (3.0 credits/60 clock hours)
Systematic
presentation of diseases and conditions of the heart, Part I.
Prerequisites: None.
DS246 CARDIAC PATHOPHYSIOLOGY II (2.0 credits/48 clock hours)
Systematic
presentation of diseases and conditions of the heart, Part II.
Prerequisites: Cardiac Pathophysiology I.
DS302 CLINICAL INTERNSHIP II (10.0 credits/420 clock hours)
The student
is assigned to a carefully selected hospital ultrasound department where
he/she will begin by observing ultrasound scans. The student will
gradually begin supervised scanning of actual patients, and will
eventually perform complete diagnostic procedures with minimal
supervision. Supervision of the student is provided by the site medical
advisor (physician) and by the supervisory Diagnostic Medical
Sonographer. The clinical coordinator of the program maintains regular
contact with both of these individuals throughout the course to monitor
progress of the student on a week-by-week basis. Prerequisites: Must
have successfully completed terms 6 and 7 of the program.
DS303 CLINICAL INTERNSHIP III (10.0 credits/420 clock hours)
The student
is assigned to a carefully selected hospital ultrasound department where
he/she will begin by observing ultrasound scans. The student will
gradually begin supervised scanning of actual patients, and will
eventually perform complete diagnostic procedures with minimal
supervision. Supervision of the student is provided by the site medical
advisor (physician) and by the supervisory Diagnostic Medical
Sonographer. The clinical coordinator of the program maintains regular
contact with both of these individuals throughout the course to monitor
progress of the student on a week-by-week basis. Prerequisites: Must
have successfully completed Clinical Internship II with a grade of “C”
or better.
DS204 CLINICAL OBSTETRICS (2.0 credits/36 clock hours)
Begins with
endocrinology of ovulation, fertilization and implantation, moving on to
embryology and progressive development of the fetal and maternal
structures throughout the first, second and third trimesters.
Physiology and pathophysiology of the placenta are discussed. Emergent
conditions such as ectopic pregnancy, placenta abruptio, and impending
abortion (miscarriage) are presented. Congenital anomalies, syndromes,
intrauterine growth retardation, and other pathologies involving the
developing fetus are discussed. Fetal presentation and problems of
labor and delivery are covered. Prerequisites: None.
DS202 CROSS SECTIONAL & THREE-DIMENSIONAL ANATOMY
(2.0 credits/36 clock
hours)
Presents human anatomy in various planes, and spatial
relationships of organs to one another. Presents anatomic detail in
cross-sectional format in 1 cm thick “slices” of the human body.
Compares actual anatomical sections with ultrasound, computed
topography, and MRI images. Prerequisites: None.
DS244 ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY I (3.0 credits/60 clock hours)
Presentation of
instrumentation and principles of Transthoracic Echocardiographic Exam
Part I; including M-Mode, Two-Dimenstional (2D) imaging; all views.
Presentation of potential artifacts, optimization of M-Mode and 2-D
imaging techniques, with attention to quality and accuracy; recognition
of the limitations of a Transthoracic Echocardiogam. In-Depth study of
normal cardiac anatomy ans seen on routine Transthoracic
Echocardiography, M-Mode, and 2-D views. Positioning of the patient;
selection of the transducer and applying measurements and calculations.
Sonographic appearance and findings of cardiac disease as detected with
M-Mode and 2-D imaging. Prerequisites: None.
DS247 ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY II (3.0 credits/60 clock hours)
Presentation of
instrumentation and principles of Transthoracic Echocrdiographic Exam
Part II; including continued M-mode, 2D imaging; with the addition of
basic Color/Doppler techniques; in all views. Optimization of
Color/Doppler techniques with presentation of potential artifacts;
attention to quality, accuracy and quantitations; recognizing
limitations of Color/Doppler. Study of normal Color/Doppler displays;
normal cardiac hemodynamics; basic Color/Doppler principles and
instrumentation for Transthoracic Echocardiograms. Positioning of the
patient; selection of the transducer and performing routine Doppler
calculations. Continuing the recognition and Sonographic findings of
cardiac diseases with M-Mode, 2-D and Color/Doppler techniques.
Prerequisite: Echocardiography I.
DS255 ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY SPECIAL TOPICS (2.0 credits/48 clock hours)
Presentation of Echo Color/Doppler principles and instrumentation,
in-depth, for cardiac applications. Study of cardiovascular hemodynamics
in diseased states. Presentation of Echo Doppler derived cardiac
pressures, formulas and quantifications performed in the diseased
states, Correlation of Echo Doppler data with Cardiac Cath Lab data.
Introduction to advanced topics of Transesophageal Echo. Contrast
Studies, Intraoperative and Epicardial Echo, Stress Echo, and the latest
advances in cardiac ultrasound equipment and technology. Prerequisite:
Echocardiography I.
EN101 ENGLISH I (3.0 credits/60 clock hours)
Students will learn
the current practices of effective oral and written communication skills
necessary for success in business and industry. Prerequisite: None.
MD220 FIRST AID & CPR (1.0 credit/24 clock hours)
The purpose of this
course is to give individuals in the workplace the knowledge and skills
necessary to recognize and provide basic care for injuries, sudden
illnesses, and breathing emergencies until advanced medical personnel
arrive and take over. Individuals will learn the skills necessary to
perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for victims or sudden
cardiac arrest. Prerequisite: None.
DS224 GYNECOLOGIC ULTRASOUND (3.0 credits/60 clock hours)
Begins with
anatomic relationships of the female pelvic organs as related to
ultrasound imaging, comparing ultrasound images of normal and abnormal
structures. Various tumors, cysts, congenital anomalies, and other
pathologic conditions are covered, along with ultrasound diagnosis of
these conditions. Includes lab. Prerequisites: None.
DS236 HEALTH CARE DELIVERY SYSTEMS (3.0 credits/60 clock hours)
This
course is designed to enhance the student’s understanding of the health
care delivery system and the educational background and role of the
professionals involved in delivering health care. Other topics to be
explored include accreditation, licensure, and certification standards
and the organizations that impose them; the reimbursement systems in
health care and their impact; purpose and use of the ICD-9-CM coding
system and purpose and use of HCPCS. Key issues currently impacting
health care will be discussed. Prerequisite: The student must be
enrolled in the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.
GE109 HUMAN RELATIONS (2.0 credits/36 clock hours)
This course is
designed to be an in-depth study and the building of specific skills in
the area of one-to-one communication. Emphasis is placed on group
dynamics, conflict resolution, dealing with diversity, and social
responsibility. Prerequisite: None.
DS245 INTRODUCTION TO CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGY
(2.0 credits/36 clock
hours)
Presentation of a broad spectrum of invasive and noninvasive
diagnostic procedures used in the assessment of heart disease.
Prerequisites: Anatomy & Physiology I and II or equivalent.
Prerequisite: None.
DS240 INTRODUCTION TO MEDICAL IMAGING (3.0 credits/60 clock hours)
Introduction to various diagnostic imaging modalities in use today.
Includes Radiography, Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging,
Nuclear Medicine and Ultrasound. Includes several site visits to
medical imaging facilities. Prerequisite: None.
DS234 INTRODUCTION TO VASCULAR ULTRASOUND (3.5 credits/72 clock hours)
This course is an introduction to the various applications of Ultrasound
to the diagnosis and treatment of vascular disorders, including
cerebrovascular, peripheral arterial, and peripheral venous
applications. It begins with the anatomy and physiology of the veins
and arteries, and includes pathogenesis of atherosclerosis, cerebral
ischemia, and deep vein thrombosis. It includes hemodynamics of
atherosclerotic lesions, and reduction of catheter induced
pseudoaneurysms. Prerequisite: Ultrasound Physics & Instrumentation.
CD204 JOB SEARCH SKILLS (1.0 credit/24 clock hours)
This course
instructs students in job seeking skills. Topics such as informational
interviewing resume development, application completion and job
interviewing will be covered. Students will identify work and personal
skills, role-play mock interviews using the video camera, and start to
develop a list of prospective employers for which they would like to
work. Prerequisite: None.
DS307 LAW & ETHICS FOR IMAGING PROFESSIONALS (2.0 credits/36 clock
hours)
Presentation of various medical/legal situations which may be
encountered in a health-care employment setting. Some of the topics
include labor law, employment discrimination laws, civil liability,
medical malpractice, patient rights, and professional ethics.
Prerequisite: None.
HI205 MEDICAL LEGAL ASPECTS (2.0 credits/36 clock hours)
Study of basic
concepts, terminology, and principles of law and their application to
the health care field and the health information department. Legal
issues dealing with confidentiality of health information, release of
health information, consent forms, liability of health care providers,
HIPPA regulations, and other current issues will be presented.
Prerequisites: Healthcare Quality Improvement, Healthcare Statistics,
Principles of Supervision, and Directed Practice I.
MD114 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY I (2.0 credits/36 clock hours)
Presentation of
medical terms, including medical prefixes, root words/combining forms,
suffixes, abbreviations and diagnostic tests as they correlate with
specific body systems presented in Anatomy & Physiology I.
Prerequisite: None, but taken concurrently with Anatomy & Physiology I.
MD105 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY II (2.0 credits/36 clock hours)
Presentation
of medical terms, including medical prefixes, root words/combining
forms, suffixes, abbreviations and diagnostic tests as they correlate
with specific body systems presented in Anatomy & Physiology II.
Prerequisites: Anatomy & Physiology I and Medical Terminology I. Taken
concurrently with Anatomy & Physiology II.
DS218 OBSTETRIC ULTRASOUND (3.0 credits/60 clock hours)
Presents an
in-depth study of Ultrasound evaluation of the pregnant uterus in the
first, second, and third trimesters. Begins with Ultrasound diagnosis
of pregnancy, ectopic pregnancy, abnormalities in early gestation,
miscarriage, blighted ovum, and moving on to Ultrasound dating of
pregnancy, fetal anomalies, general malformations and syndromes,
placental development, placental abnormalities, placental abruptio, and
multiple pregnancy. Also includes discussion on infertility, genetic
testing, and determination of fetal sex. Prerequisite: None.
DS231 OBSTETRIC ULTRASOUND II (2.0 credits/48 clock hours)
Continues and
expands upon fetal anomalies, genetic malformations and syndromes.
Stresses the development of scanning protocols and scan techniques for
the pregnant uterus. Presents Doppler applications in obstetrics.
Prerequisites: Obstetric Ultrasound and Gynecologic Ultrasound I.
DS120 PATIENT CARE (3.0 credits/60 clock hours)
Presentation of simple
to advanced patient care techniques such as moving patients, taking a
history, managing patients with IV’s, proper aseptic techniques, and
infection control procedures. Prerequisite: None.
DS225 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT I (2.0 credit/30 clock hours)
The student
meets with his/her classmates and instructor for a full day, several
times during the concurrent internship term, to discuss interesting
cases which the student has researched and written up during his/her
internship experience. Additional classroom time is utilized for topics
which require further study and may involve outside professionals
speaking to the class. Pertinent journal articles are also presented
and discussed. Prerequisites: Must have successfully completed terms 6
and 7 of the program.
DS226 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT II (2.0 credits/30 clock hours)
The
student meets with his/her classmates and instructor for a full day,
several times during the concurrent internship term, to discuss
interesting cases which the student has researched and written up during
his/her internship experience. Additional classroom time is utilized for
topics which require further study and may involve outside professionals
speaking to the class. Pertinent journal articles are also presented and
discussed. Prerequisites: Must have successfully completed terms 6, 7,
and 8 of the program.
DS210 ULTRASOUND OF THE THYROID, BREAST, AND SUPERFICIAL STRUCTURES
(3.0
credits/60 clock hours)
Describes diseases and sonographic anatomy of
the breast, including discussion of Xray, mammography, ultrasound
screening, and biopsy. Presents endocrinology of the thyroid gland,
including diseases such as thyroiditis, multinodular goiter, hyper and
hypothyroidism, and various benign and malignant tumors. Also describes
diagnostic blood tests for thyroid dysfunction. Other topics include
evaluation of the testicles and prostate gland, superficial cysts, and
muscle tumors (sarcoma). Prerequisite: None.
DS201 ULTRASOUND PHYSICS & INSTRUMENTATION
(2.0 credits/48 clock hours)
This course presents basic physics of diagnostic ultrasound, including
properties of pulse-echo ultrasound, display modes, instrumentation, and
resolution. Prerequisite: None.
DS229 ULTRASOUND PHYSICS & INSTRUMENTATION II (2.0 credits/48 clock
hours)
Begins with discussion of the Doppler effect, calculation of flow
velocities via the Doppler equation, methods of spectral analysis such
as FFT (fast fourier transformation), analog and digital displays, and
color Doppler. Covers properties of Doppler ultrasound instruments such
as pulse repetition frequency (PRF), aliasing, and Nyquist limit.
Includes discussion of power and intensity measurements of ultrasound
instruments, and various methods of calculating dosage. Discussion of
legal ramifications of output power of ultrasound instruments.
Prerequisite: Ultrasound Physics & Instrumentation.
DS254 VASCULAR PATHOPHYSIOLOGY (3.0 credits/60 clock hours)
Systematic
presentation of diseases and conditions of the vascular system.
Prerequisite: None.
DS252 VASCULAR TECHNOLOGY I (3.0 credit/60 clock hours)
This is an
in-depth course teaching various applications of ultrasound to the
diagnosis and treatment of vascular disorders, including cebrovascular,
aorto-iliac and lower extremity arterial, and lower extremity venous
disease. It begins with the anatomy and physiology of the extracranial
arterial, low3er extremity veins and lower extremity arterial
circulation systems and includes pathogenesis and duplex assessment of
aorto-iliac lower extremity atherosclerosis and aneurismal disease,
cebral ischemia, deep vein thrombosis, and venous insufficiency.
Prerequisite: None.
DS253 VASCULAR TECHNOLOGY II (3.5 credits/72 clock hours)
This is a
course teaching various applications of ultrasound in the diagnosis and
treatment of vascular disorders, building upon the continuing topics in
Vascular Technology I. Prerequisite: Vascular Technology I.
DS248 VASCULAR ULTRASOUND SPECIAL TOPICS (2.0 credits/48 clock hours)
An
in-depth presentation of special aspects and new procedures in
noninvasive vascular testing, as well as assessment of new vascular
treatment methods such as endovascular grafts and stents. This course
focuses on assessment of case studies and hands-on techniques as well as
classroom instruction. Prerequisite: Vascular Technology I.
