DMSU 253 - Ultrasound Practicum III

No lecture hours, 24 lab hours, 3 credit hours
Performance of ultrasound examinations in the clinical setting including abdominal, OB/Gyn, and superficial structures. Students are expected to obtain, review, and integrate pertinent patient history and supporting clinical data to facilitate optimal diagnostic results and to assist the clinical instructor in room setup and patient positioning. When clinical evaluations indicate sufficient orientation to ultrasound procedures, image analysis, and instrument operation, students are allowed increased patient scanning. Increased scan time is assigned as scanning competency is improved. Note(s): The prerequisite for all first semester courses is admission into the Ultrasound program. The prerequisite for all second and third semester courses is successful completion of all previous courses in the Ultrasound program. Course/Lab Fee $60