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DMS 205

SMALL PARTS ULTRASOUND

2 CR. (1L/2 CLV)

PRQ: DMS 221, DMS 231, DMS 241, DMS 281. CORQ: DMS 206, DMS 282. Designed to teach specific knowledge of anatomy of the breast, thyroid, scrotum, prostate and the surrounding structures. The ability to identify pathology or to locate abnormalities is also an intricate part of the class.

 

DMS 206

VASCULAR ULTRASOUND

2 CR. (1L/2 CLV)

PRQ: DMS 221, DMS 231, DMS 241, DMS 281. CORQ: DMS 205, DMS 282. Covers basic positioning and scanning protocol of the vascular system. Review of the anatomy, hemodynamics and terminology unique to the vascular system with emphasis on the external carotid system, the upper and lower venous and arterial systems and the abdominal vasculature will be included.

 

DMS 221

OB/GYN ULTRASOUND I

2 CR. (1L/2 CLV)

PRQ: BIO 202, BIO 216, RTE 255. CORQ: DMS 231, DMS 241, DMS 281. Provides a systematic study of embryology to include development of the major organ systems, with correlation to sonographic imaging, at all stages of embryonic/fetal development and the surrounding environment and the ultimate mastery of the foundations of obstetric and gynecological sonography.

 

DMS 222

OB/GYN ULTRASOUND II

2 CR. (1L/2 CLV)

PRQ: DMS 221, DMS 231, DMS 241, DMS 281. CORQ: DMS 232, DMS 242, DMS 283. Provides a systematic study of embryology to include development of the major organ systems, with correlation to sonographic imaging, at all stages of embryonic/fetal development and the surrounding environment and the ultimate mastery of the foundations of obstetric and gynecological sonography.

 

DMS 231

ABDOMINAL ULTRASOUND I

2 CR. (1L/2CLV)

PRQ: BIO 202, BIO 216, RTE 255. CORQ: DMS 221, DMS 241, DMS 281. Offers a systematic study of the abdomen to include the function and development of the major organ systems with correlation to sonographic imaging and the surrounding environment. The student will master the foundations of sectional anatomy and abdominal sonography.

 

DMS 232

ABDOMINAL ULTRASOUND II

2 CR. (1L/2 CLV)

PRQ: DMS 221, DMS 232, DMS 241, DMS 281. CORQ: DMS 222, DMS 242, DMS 283. Offers a systematic study of the gastrointestinal tract, pediatric abdomen, neonatal brain, and transplanted organs. The student will review the necessary sterile technique preceding invasive and intraoperative procedures and will learn the applications of contrast agents in ultrasound. Other imaging techniques will be discussed as well as the principles guiding the field of sonography. A mock registry examination will be administered to prepare the student for writing the national registry examination.

 

DMS 241

ULTRASOUND PHYSICS I

2 CR. (1L/2 CLV)

PRQ: BIO 202, BIO 216, RTE 255. CORQ: DMS 221, DSM 231, DMS 281. Presents the theoretical and practical approach to understanding the fundamentals of ultrasound physics, instrumentation, image characteristics, artifacts, and bio-effects. The ergonomics of proper scanning techniques (setting up the cart, chair, and room properly to avoid musculoskeletal injury) will also be presented.

 

DMS 242

ULTRASOUND PHYSICS II

2 CR. (1L/2 CLV)

PRQ: DMS 221, DMS 231, DMS 241, DMS 282. CORQ: DMS 222, DMS 232, DMS 283. Covers a detailed study of ultrasound physics and the application within the clinical setting. Manipulation of technique controls, basic mathematical concepts, various Doppler modalities, equipment artifacts, QC/QA procedures, 3D fundamentals, and bioeffects are covered. Note: The comprehensive final is in a registry review format.

 

DMS 281

CLINICAL INTERNSHIP I

10 CR. (30 INT)

PRQ: BIO 202, BIO 216, RTE 255. CORQ: DMS 221, DMS 231, DMS 241. Offers the initial clinical course wherein the fundamental principles of abdominal, OB/GYN, and ultrasound physics will be applied under the direct supervision of a registered sonographer. The mastery of the foundations of instrumentation, scanning techniques, and image evaluation in sectional planes in abdominal and OB/GYN sonography will be stressed.

 

DMS 282

CLINICAL INTERNSHIP II

10 CR. (30 INT)

PRQ: DMS 281. CORQ: DMS 205, DMS 206. Offers continued clinical experience for the ultrasound student. Application of the small parts didactic lectures will be applied and will include image evaluation and cross-sectional anatomy of the thyroid, breast and scrotum. The foundations of vascular anatomy, instrumentation, scanning techniques and image evaluation will be stressed. The student will spend 30 hours per week at the clinical site under the direct supervision of a registered sonographer.

 

DMS 283

CLINICAL INTERNSHIP III

10 CR. (30 INT)

PRQ: DMS 282. CORQ: DMS 222, DMS 232, DMS 242. Continues clinical experience for the ultrasound student. Application of the topics covered in advanced didactic lectures to include an introduction to invasive procedures using ultrasound guidance. Sterile technique and standard precautions will be reviewed. The student will spend 30 hours per week at the clinical site under the direct supervision of a registered sonographer.

 

 

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