SON 102B - Basic Cardiac Sonography

Credits: 3

Description
Presents an introduction to cardiac 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 cardiac imaging department, medical ethics, and legal issues pertaining to ultrasound and sonographers.
Demonstrate history-taking skills and be able to correlate history with physical findings on sonograms.
Describe the scanning protocols for echocardiographic exams.
Demonstrate communication skills with the patient.
Define terminology specific to cardiac sonography.
Discuss the importance of proper transducer selection and appropriate machine settings when performing sonographic imaging.

Corequisite: SON 102L