Principles of Invasive Cardiovascular Technology II

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This course will provide an in-depth study of interventional cardiovascular techniques including stent placement, balloon angioplasty, rotational and directional atherectomy and intravascular ultrasound. Identification of pediatric heart defects and interventions will be discussed along with cardiopulmonary surgery. The student will become proficient with the objectives and guideline of the American Heart Association for Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). OPEN ONLY Open only to matriculated Invasive Cardiovascular Technology students. Pre-requisite(s): ICVT 200 Introduction to Health Care with a final grade of “C” or better or equivalent experience; ICVT 210 Principles of Invasive Cardiovascular Technology I with a final grade of “C” or better; ICVT 211 Invasive Cardiovascular Technology Clinic I with a final grade of “C” or better. Co-requisite(s): ICVT 221 Invasive Cardiovascular Technology Clinic II .