Dec 03, 2024  
2024-2025 CNM Catalog, Volume 56 
    
2024-2025 CNM Catalog, Volume 56

DMS 1520 - Abdominal Sonography II

2 credit hour(s)
Prerequisite: DMS 1115  + DMS 1120  + DMS 1125  + DMS 1130  + DMS 1193 
Corequisite: DMS 1525  + DMS 1530  + DMS 1590  + DMS 1593 
The emphasis of this course is on recognizing the anatomy, physiology and pathology of the following as they relate to sonographic imaging: breast, musculoskeletal system, gastrointestinal system, non-cardiac chest, superficial and retroperitoneal structures, abdominal wall, cavities and vasculature.  The sonographer’s role in ultrasound-guided procedures as well as pre- and post-organ transplant imaging will also be presented.  Laboratory tests, signs and symptoms of disease will be discussed. Scanning techniques and protocols will be included. 

Theory Hours: 30