DMS 102Patient Care and Procedures

Catalog

This course is designed to introduce the student to the basic ultrasound environment and basic ultrasound concepts. History of ultrasound including medical applications. Description of the roles, responsibilities, and rules of the diagnostic medical sonographer. Introduction to the fundamental principles of the use and maintenance of ultrasound equipment. Indications of diagnostic sonography procedures, positioning, safety, and image processing. Legal and ethical issues in an ultrasound department as well as principles of patient care to prepare students to work in a healthcare setting. (3 contact hours)