SON 101B - Basic Sonography

Credits: 3

Description
Presents an introduction to sonography, with an emphasis on the role of the sonographer, basic anatomy, physiology, physics, and imaging parameters.

Student Learning Outcomes

Discuss the role of the sonographer in the imaging department, medical ethics, and legal issues pertaining to ultrasound and sonographers.
Define terminology specific to ultrasound.
Describe patient history-taking skills.
Describe the scanning protocols for all abdominal ultrasound exams.
Describe the scanning protocols for pelvic ultrasound exams.
Describe the scanning protocols for transvaginal ultrasound exams.
Explain proper transducer selection and machine settings for specific ultrasound exams.
Identify normal anatomy seen on abdominal ultrasound exams.
Identify normal anatomy seen on pelvic ultrasound exams.
Identify normal anatomy seen on vascular ultrasound exams.

Prerequisite: None