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Dec 30, 2024
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DMS 207 - Advanced Vascular Ultrasound
Credits: 5
5 Lecture Hours
Prerequisites: DMS 137C
Co-requisites: DMS 210 and DMS 235C
Description
Advanced theory and practical application are combined to advance the technical skills of the vascular student who has taken Vascular Technology. Students explore valuable information on pathological states of the peripheral vascular, cerebrovascular and abdominal vascular systems. Technical information such as spectral analysis in Doppler, hemodynamics of the circulatory system as well as scanning techniques and protocols are covered. This course requires a per credit health career fee; check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:
- Identify the vascular structures of the abdomen, cerebrovascular and peripheral vascular systems.
- Describe fluid dynamics and hemodynamics associated with normal and disease vasculature.
- Identify normal and abnormal hemodynamics of the cerebral, peripheral and abdominal vascular systems.
- Discuss the risk factors and symptoms of vascular disease.
- Outline the protocol/techniques of vascular imaging of the abdomen, cerebrovascular and peripheral vascular systems.
- Explain the diseases associated with each vascular system.
- Differentiate the normal and abnormal sonographic characteristics of the cerebral, peripheral and abdominal vascular systems from normal vessels using 2-D scanning techniques.
- Explain the difference between normal and abnormal vessels within the vascular systems and how pathways can impact patient treatment.
- Analyze normal and abnormal sonographic findings, color and spectral Doppler waveforms of the cerebral, peripheral and abdominal vascular systems.
- Describe the types of plethysmography and pressure assessments used for evaluation of the peripheral arteries and veins.
- Describe the capabilities, limitations and diagnostic criteria for noninvasive procedures.
Listed Topics
- Fluid dynamics
- Physiology and hemodynamics
- Cerebrovascular
- Peripheral arterial
- Peripheral venous
- Abdominal/visceral
- Quality measurements
- Miscellaneous conditions/tests
Reference Materials
Textbooks, library resources, journals and videos.
Students who successfully complete this course acquire general knowledge, skills and abilities that align with CCAC’s definition of an educated person. Specifically, this course fulfills these General Education Goals: - Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Quantitative & Scientific Reasoning
Approved By: Dr. Quintin B. Bullock Date Approved: 04/12/2024
Last Reviewed: 04/12/2024
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