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Proposed 2005 Standards Revisions Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Diploma and Degree

Proposed Revisions:The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Working Committee, in collaboration with the Diagnostic Medical Sonography State Technical Committee, recommends the revisions to standards stated in the attached Diagnostic Medical Sonography Probe Report.

Recommended Action – DTAE Staff:These are new program standards. Recommend standards as proposed, except on degree program recommend making MAT 190 an option for MAT 191 and HUM 191 an option for ENG 193.

Recommended Action – VPI Council:The Vice Presidents of Instructional Services support the VPI Standards Committee recommendation of allowing RAD 123 and option for AHS 156 in the diploma program.

Recommended Action – Presidents Council:The Presidents Council concurs with the recommendation of the VPIs.

Recommended Action – DTAE Board:

Summary of Credit Hour Changes: Diagnostic Medical Sonography, DiplomaHours Current Proposed Difference

Total Credit New 122 NewRecommended:

DTAE 122 NewVPI CouncilPresidents CouncilState Board

Summary of Credit Hour Changes: Diagnostic Medical Sonography, DegreeHours Current Proposed Difference

Total Credit New 139 NewRecommended:

DTAE New 139 -0-VPI CouncilPresidents CouncilState Board

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2005

Standards Revision ProjectAn Industry-Driven Report of Standardized Programs

InGeorgia Technical Colleges

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Probe Report

September 2004

Georgia Department of Technical and Adult Education

Facilitator(s):Phil G. Petty

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Quality Improvement Initiative

The program standards and guides materials, which form the basis for instruction in Georgia’s technical colleges, are developed to support industry driven needs. Faculty and local program advisory committees review programs, each year, to ensure the latest technology and employment needs are addressed for the program.

Through the Instructional Faculty Consortium Committee (IFCC) process, programs are reviewed and, if needed, recommendations are made to update competencies found in the program. Given the accelerating changes in technology and the workplace, a major systematic updating of all standardized programs in the technical colleges, with business and industry involvements, is needed.

A joint IFCC Executive Board and State Technical Committee (STC) meeting was held in August 2004 to examine the Diagnostic Medical Sonography , Diploma and Degree, program. A working committee composed of instructors and state technical committee members met in August 2004 to discuss and respond to recommendations made by the IFCC Executive Board and STC members.

Currently, the Probe process is being initiated for program Standards recommended by the Working Group. The following sections are included in this Probe document:

a listing of the IFCC Executive Board a listing of the State Technical Committee members a list of the Working Committee members and recommendations made by the IFCC Executive Board and STC

The recommended changes/revisions made in this document apply to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography , Diploma and Degree program(s). The deleted items are reflected with a strikethrough while new material is boldfaced. Course number and course title changes are recommended to more accurately describe the course level and content of the affected courses and enhance transferability.

The appropriate sections from the program standards are included, showing recommended revisions, and a revised curriculum sequence illustrates the impact of revisions on scheduling.

IFCC Executive Board

Christine Schara, IFCC Statewide Chair, Athens TechLeif Penrose, Coosa Valley TechWanda Finch, Ogeechee TechTina Welch, Ogeechee TechKimberly Ashurst, West Central Georgia TechPat Thomas, University Hospital/Augusta TechSharon Jenkins, University Hospital/Augusta Tech

State Technical Committee

Nancy Williams, RDMS, EGRMCRobyn Reichling, Athens-Maternal-Fetal Medicine, P.C.Jane Hodges, RDMS, Ogeechee OB/GYNRoxanne Finck, BS, RDMS, Athens Diagnostic CenterThernell Smith, RTR, RDMS, RVT, Statesboro Imaging CenterKaren L. Romine, RN, BSN, Erlanger Medical CenterSharon L. Jenkins, RVT, University HospitalHarry L. Harper, Jr., MD, University Hospital

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John D. Ruffin, BS, RVT, RDMS

Working Committee

Christine Schara, IFCC Statewide Chair, Athens TechLeif Penrose, Vice-Chair, Coosa Valley TechWanda Finch, Ogeechee TechTina Welch, Ogeechee TechKimberly Ashurst, West Central Georgia TechPat Thomas, University Hospital/Augusta TechSharon Jenkins, University Hospital/Augusta TechPhil Petty, DTAE

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State Board Approved Diagnostic Medical Sonography CurriculumCurrent and Proposed Changes

Diploma

Program Title: Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Diploma

Program Description:The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Diploma program is a sequence of courses that provides educational opportunities to individuals in didactic and clinical environments that will enable them to gain skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary to graduate and become successful entry-level employees in the field of Diagnostic Medical Sonography. The profession requires critical thinking skills, judgment, and the ability to provide appropriate health care services. Sonographers use high frequency sound waves to produce dynamic visual pictures of internal body structures. The images are evaluated by physicians to make a medical diagnosis. Course work includes sonographic physics, sonographic identification of normal and abnormal anatomy, physiology, pathology, and pathophysiology of the abdomen, pelvis, and small parts of the adult, pediatric, and fetal patient, clinical application courses, interventional sonography, journal and case study review, and comprehensive registry reviews.

Program graduates are expected to be able to perform entry level abdominal, OB/GYN, pediatric, small parts, and neonatal ultrasound procedures with the use of two- dimensional B-Mode imaging, color flow Doppler, and spectral Doppler. Program graduates are to be competent in the general areas of humanities or fine arts, social or behavioral sciences, natural sciences or mathematics, and computer literacy. Program graduates receive a Diagnostic Medical Sonography Diploma, are eligible to sit for the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) registry examinations in Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation (UPI), Abdomen (AB), Obstetrics Gynecology (OB/GYN) and are employable as entry-level Diagnostic Medical Sonographers.

Core Course

(a) General Core Courses

Course Code General Core Course Title

ClassHours

D/Lab

Hours

P/Lab/OBIHours

ContactHours

CreditHours

ENG 101 English 5 0 0 5 5

MAT 103 Algebraic Concepts 5 0 0 5 5

EMP 100

Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development 3 0 0 3 3

Minimum Required Hours: 13 0 0 13 13

(b) Occupational Courses

Course Code Occupational Course Title

ClassHours

DLab

Hours

P/Lab/OBIHours

ContactHours

CreditHours

SCT 100 Introduction to Microcomputers 1 4 0 5 3

AHS 101 Anatomy and Physiology 5 0 0 5 5

DMS 131 Foundations of Sonography 3 2 3 8 5

AHS 109

Medical Terminology for Allied Health Sciences 3 0 0 3 3


ClassHours

DLab

Hours

P/Lab/OBIHours

ContactHours

CreditHours

AHS 104 Introduction to Health Care 2 0 3 5 3

AHS 156 Health Science Physics 5 0 0 5 5

DMS 132 Sonographic Appearance of Normal Anatomy 3 0 3 6 4

DMS 133 Cross Sectional Anatomy 3 0 3 6 4

DMS 134 Pelvic Sonography & Pathology 1 0 3 4 2

DMS 135 Abdominal Sonography & Pathology 4 0 3 7 5

DMS 136 Sonographic Physics I 3 0 0 3 3

DMS 137 Clinical Sonography I 0 0 24 24 8

DMS 201 Normal Obstetric Sonography 2 0 3 5 3

DMS 202 Sonographic Physics II 2 0 0 2 2

DMS 203 High Resolution Imaging 1 0 3 4 2

DMS 204 Clinical Sonography II 0 0 24 24 8

DMS 205 Interventional Sonography 0 2 0 2 1

DMS 206 Pediatric Sonography 2 0 0 2 2

DMS 207 Abnormal Obstetric Sonography 3 0 0 3 3

DMS 208 Introduction to Vascular Sonography 1 0 3 4 2

DMS 209 Clinical Sonography III 0 0 24 24 8

DMS 210 Comprehensive Physics Registry Review 2 0 0 2 2

DMS 211 Clinical Sonography IV 0 0 33 33 11

DMS 212 Comprehensive Abdomen Registry Review 2 0 0 2 2

DMS 213 Comprehensive OB/GYN Registry Review 2 0 0 2 2

DMS 214 Clinical Sonography V 0 0 33 33 11


d) Program Final Exit PointDiagnostic Medical Sonography, Diploma

e) Credits Required for Graduation122

Proposed courses in the Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Diploma Program

EMP 100 - INTERPERSONAL RELATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Course DescriptionProvides a study of human relations and professional development in today's rapidly changing world that prepares students for living and working in a complex society. Topics include: human relations skills, job acquisition skills, job retention skills, job advancement skills, and professional image skills.

Competencies Areas HoursHuman Relations Skills Class 3Job Acquisition Skills D.Lab 0Job Retention Skills P.Lab/O.B.I. 0Job Advancement Skills Credit 3Professional Image SkillsPrerequisite: Provisional admissionCorequisite:

ENG 101 - English

Course DescriptionEmphasizes the development and improvement of written and oral communication abilities. Topics include: analysis of writing techniques used in selected readings, writing practice, editing and proofreading, research skills, and oral presentation skills. Homework assignments reinforce classroom learning.

Competencies Areas HoursAnalysis of Writing Techniques Used in Selected Readings Class 5Writing Practice D.Lab 0Editing and Proofreading P.Lab/O.B.I. 0Research Skills Credit 5Oral Presentation SkillsPrerequisite: Prerequisite: ENG 097, or entrance English score in accordance with approved DTAE

admission score levels; and RDG 097, or entrance reading score in accordance with approved DTAE admission score levels

Corequisite:

MAT 103 – Algebraic Concepts

Course DescriptionIntroduces concepts and operations which can be applied to the study of algebra. Course content emphasizes: basic mathematical concepts, basic algebraic concepts, and intermediate algebraic concepts. Class includes lecture, applications, and homework to reinforce learning.

Competencies Areas HoursBasic Mathematical Concepts Class 5Basic Algebraic Concepts D.Lab 0Intermediate Algebraic Concepts P.Lab/O.B.I. 0

Credit 5Prerequisite: MAT 098, or entrance arithmetic and algebra scores in accordance with approved DTAE

admission score levels Corequisite:

AHS 156 – Health Science Physics

Course DescriptionThis course introduces the student to the basic laws of physics, with specific applications for health science students. Topics include: Basic Newtonian mechanics, static and dynamic fluid concepts, heat and temperature, medical imaging techniques that utilize electromagnetic radiation and sound, basic principles of waves, light, and sound, basic principles of electricity and magnetism, and electrical safety.

Competencies Areas HoursNewtonian Mechanics Class 5Static and Dynamic Fluid Concepts D.Lab 0Heat and Temperature P.Lab/O.B.I. 0Principles of EMR and Sound as They are Applied to Medical Imaging Techniques

Credit 5

Electricity and MagnetismElectrical SafetyPrerequisite: MAT 191, 190, 194, 196, or 103Corequisite:

SCT 100 – Introduction to Microcomputers

Course DescriptionIntroduces the fundamental concepts and operations necessary to use microcomputers. Emphasis is placed on basic functions and familiarity with computer use. Topics include: computer terminology, introduction to the Windows environment, introduction to networking, introduction to word processing, introduction to spreadsheets, and introduction to databases.

Competencies Areas HoursComputer Terminology Class 1Introduction to the Windows Environment D.Lab 4Introduction to Internet P.Lab/O.B.I. 0Introduction to Word Processing Credit 3Introduction to SpreadsheetsIntroduction to DatabasesIntroduction to Presentation Graphics

Prerequisite: Provisional admissionCorequisite:

AHS 101 Anatomy and Physiology

Course DescriptionFocuses on basic normal structure and function of the human body. Topics include: medical terms describing the human body and structure and function of the human body.

Competencies Areas HoursMedical Terms Describing the Human Body Class 5Structure and Function of the Human Body D.Lab 0

P.Lab/O.B.I. 0

Credit 5Prerequisite: Program admissionCorequisite:

AHS 104 - Introduction to Health Care

Course DescriptionIntroduces a grouping of fundamental principles, practices, and issues common to many specializations in the health care profession. In addition to the essential skills, students explore various delivery systems and related issues. Topics include: basic life support/CPR, basic emergency care/first aid and triage, vital signs, infection control, and blood/air-borne pathogens.

Competencies Areas HoursBlood/Air-Borne Pathogens Class 2Infection Control D.Lab 0Vital Signs P.Lab/O.B.I. 3Basic Emergency Care/First Aid and Triage Credit 3Basic Life Support/CPRPrerequisite: Provisional admissionCorequisite:

AHS 109 - Medical Terminology for Allied Health Sciences

Course Description

Competencies Areas HoursWord Origins (Roots, Prefixes, and Suffixes) Class 3Word Building D.Lab 0Abbreviations and Symbols P.Lab/O.B.I. 0Terminology Related to the Human Anatomy Credit 3Reading Medical Orders and Reports

DMS 131 – Foundations of Sonography

Course DescriptionThis course introduces the student to the field of sonography and includes information concerning medical ethics. It provides an introduction to ultrasound procedures, patient interviews, elementary principles of sound waves, sonographic imaging techniques, cultural diversity skills, critical thinking skills, issues concerning the clinical environment, and hospital and departmental organization. Topics include: history of diagnostic medical sonography; role of the sonographer; learning tools and techniques; basic medical techniques and patient care; body mechanics and patient transfer methods; infection control and universal precautions; standard patient positions; routing scanning planes; verbal and nonverbal communication skills; grieving process; death, dying, and abortion issues; informed patient consent; health care delivery models; sonographic terminology; resource organizations to sonography; educational options for sonographers; patients’ bill of rights; vital signs; sonographic scanning techniques; patient preparations; instrumentation and image manipulation; maintenance of clinical records; Maslow’s hierarchy of needs; legal issues; HIPPA regulations in medical care; and employee/employer relationships.

Competencies Areas HoursHistory of Diagnostic Medical Sonography Class 3Role of the Sonographer D.Lab 2Learning Tools and Techniques P.Lab/O.B.I. 3

Basic Medical Techniques and Patient Care Credit 5Body Mechanics and Patient Transfer MethodsInfection Control and Universal PrecautionsStandard Patient PositionsRouting Scanning PlanesVerbal and Nonverbal Communication SkillsGrieving ProcessDeath, Dying, and Abortion IssuesInformed Patient ConsentHealth Care Delivery ModelsSonographic TerminologyResource Organizations to SonographyEducational Options for SonographersPatients’ Bill of RightsVital SignsSonographic Scanning TechniquesPatient PreparationsInstrumentation and Image ManipulationMaintenance of Clinical RecordsMaslow’s Hierarchy of NeedsLegal IssuesHIPPA Regulations in Medical CareEmployee/Employer RelationshipsProper ErgonomicsPrerequisite: Program admissionCorequisite:

DMS 132 - Sonographic Appearance of Normal Anatomy

Course DescriptionThis course introduces the student to the normal sonographic appearance of abdominal anatomy, female and male pelvic anatomy, and the vascular system in the abdomen and pelvis. Topics include: normal anatomy of biliary system, pancreas, urinary tract, spleen, prevertebral vessels, peritoneal cavity, retroperitoneum, gastrointestinal tract, non-cardiac chest, and male and female pelvic anatomy; history and physical examination; related imaging, laboratory results, and functional testing procedures; role of ultrasound in patient management; sonographic appearance and sonographic patterns of structures in the abdomen, female pelvis, male pelvis, and vascularity related to each area.

Competencies Areas HoursNormal Anatomy of Biliary System, Pancreas, Urinary Tract, Spleen, Prevertebral Vessels, Peritoneal Cavity, Retroperitoneum, Gastrointestinal Tract, Non-Cardiac Chest, and Male and Female Pelvic Anatomy

Class 3

History and Physical Examination D.Lab 0Related Imaging, Laboratory Results, and Functional Testing Procedures P.Lab/O.B.I. 3Role of Ultrasound in Patient Management Credit 4Sonographic Appearance and Sonographic Patterns of Structures in the Abdomen, Female Pelvis, Male Pelvis, and Vascularity Related to Each AreaPrerequisite: Program admissionCorequisite:

DMS 133 – Cross Sectional Anatomy

Course DescriptionThis course introduces detailed normal anatomy in various planes used during sonographic examinations.

Information is weighted toward normal structures which are sonographically visible. Structures are described according to relative location and proportionality. Anatomy is identified in both cadaver and sonographic modes. Structures include the brain (especially the proportions and structures of the neonate), neck, chest, abdomen, pelvis, and extremities. Emphasis is placed on sonographically identifying normal cross sectional anatomy based on echogenicity, the position of other relative anatomy and proportionality of size. Topics include: normal sectional anatomy of the neck: vascular and thyroid; normal sectional anatomy of the fetal and adult chest; normal sectional anatomy of the abdomen in adults, pediatrics and fetuses; normal sectional anatomy of the male and female pelvis; and normal sectional anatomy of the extremities: muscles and vasculature.

Competencies Areas HoursNormal Sectional Anatomy of the Neck: Vascular and Thyroid Class 3Normal Sectional Anatomy of the Fetal and Adult Chest D.Lab 0Normal Sectional Anatomy of the Abdomen in Adults, Pediatrics, and Fetuses P.Lab/O.B.I. 3Normal Sectional Anatomy of the Male and Female Pelvis Credit 4Normal Sectional Anatomy of the Extremities: Muscles and VasculaturePrerequisite: Program admissionCorequisite:

DMS 134 - Pelvic Sonography and Pathology

Course DescriptionIntroduces gynecology physiology, pathology, and procedures for diagnostic medical sonography. Emphasis is on female and male pelvic anatomy, physiology and anomalies, pathology complications, gynecology, and patient care/preparation. Topics include: physiology of pelvis; history and physical examination; contraceptive devices and infertility procedures; sonographic appearance of gynecologic disease processes, pathology, pathophysiology and abnormal sonographic patterns of iatrogenic, degenerative, inflammatory, traumatic, neoplastic, infectious, obstructive, congenital, metabolic, and immunologic diseases; Doppler applications; differential diagnosis; scanning of the prostate in the male pelvis; and related imaging, laboratory, and functional testing procedures.

Competencies Areas HoursPhysiology of Pelvis Class 1History and Physical Examination D.Lab 0Contraceptive Devices and Infertility Procedures P.Lab/O.B.I. 2Sonographic Appearance of Gynecologic Disease Processes, Pathology, Pathophysiology, and Abnormal Sonographic Patterns of Iatrogenic, Degenerative, Inflammatory, Traumatic, Neoplastic, Infectious, Obstructive, Congenital, Metabolic, and Immunologic Diseases

Credit 3

Doppler ApplicationsDifferential DiagnosisScanning the Prostate in the Male PelvisRelated Imaging, Laboratory, and Functional Testing ProceduresPrerequisite: Fundamentals of Sonography, Sonographic Appearance and Normal AnatomyCorequisite:

DMS 135 - Abdominal Sonography and Pathology

Introduces abdominal anatomy, pathology, and procedures for diagnostic medical sonography. Topics include: anatomy, pathology and diagnostic procedures of the liver, biliary tree, pancreas, urinary tract, adrenal glands, spleen, prevertebral vessels, periotoneal cavity, retro-peritoneum, GI tract, and non-cardiac chest; scanning protocol based on sonographic findings and differential diagnosis; history and physical examination; related imaging, laboratory, and functional testing procedures; clinical differential diagnosis; role of ultrasound in patient management; and sonographic appearance of disease processes, pathology, pathophysiology and abnormal sonographic patterns of iatrogenic, degenerative, inflammatory, traumatic, neoplastic, infectious, obstructive,

congenital, metabolic, and immunologic diseases.

Competencies Areas HoursAnatomy, Pathology and Diagnostic Procedures of the Liver, Biliary Tree, Pancreas, Urinary Tract, Adrenal Glands, Spleen, Prevertebral Vessels, Peritoneal Cavity, Retro-Peritoneum GI Tract, and Non-Cardiac Chest

Class 4

Scanning Protocol Based on Sonographic Findings and Differential Diagnosis D.Lab 0History and Physical Examination P.Lab/O.B.I. 3Related Imaging, Laboratory, and Functional Testing Procedures Credit 5Clinical Differential DiagnosisRole of Ultrasound in Patient ManagementSonographic Appearance of Disease Processes, Pathology, Pathophysiology and Abnormal Sonographic Patterns of Iatrogenic, Degenerative, Inflammatory, Traumatic, Neoplastic, Infectious, Obstructive, Congenital, Metabolic, and Immunologic Diseases.Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Sonography, Sonographic Appearance and Normal AnatomyCorequisite:

DMS 136 – Sonographic Physics I

Course DescriptionIntroduces concepts for the factors involved with diagnostic ultrasound principles and instruments. Emphasis will be placed on basic ultrasound physics, transducer construction, operation and characteristics, artifacts and adjustable physics parameters. Topics include: sound properties, sound units, sound measurements, ultrasound transducers, imaging instruments, ultrasound machine adjustable parameters, and display modes.

Competencies Areas HoursSound Properties Class 3Sound Units D.Lab 0Sound Measurements P.Lab/O.B.I. 0Ultrasound Transducers Credit 3Imaging InstrumentsUltrasound Machine Adjustable ParametersDisplay Modes3D – 4D UltrasoundPrerequisite: Program admissionCorequisite:

DMS 137 - Clinical Sonography I

Course DescriptionProvides students with an introduction into the hospital/clinic setting work experience. Students perform procedures introduced in Foundations of Sonography and manipulate equipment based on information from Sonographic Appearance and Normal Anatomy. Emphasis is placed on performing those procedures presented in Pelvic Sonography and Pathology and Abdominal Sonography and Pathology and learning to identify normal anatomy presented in Cross Sectional Anatomy. Control of the physical parameters of the sonography unit and application of sonographic physics as it relates to image quality are covered. Topics include: equipment manipulation for optimum image resolution; scanning procedures for abdominal sonography; normal anatomy and pathologic conditions of the abdomen; normal female pelvic anatomy; female pelvic pathology, including uterine fibroids and bicornuate uterus; scanning of the female pelvis trans-abdominally, trans-vaginally and

trans-perineally; normal and abnormal prostate in males; ectopic pregnancies; patient care issues: patient preparation, fundamentals of patient history taking, confidentiality, pertinent clinical laboratory values, and communication; and pathology versus normal abdominal anatomy. Sonographic examinations are conducted under direct and indirect supervision.

Competencies Areas HoursEquipment Manipulation for Optimum Image Resolution Class 0Scanning Procedures for Abdominal Sonography D.Lab 0Normal Anatomy and Pathologic Conditions of the Abdomen P.Lab/O.B.I. 24Normal Female Pelvic Anatomy Credit 8Female Pelvic Pathology, including Uterine Fibroids and Bicornuate UterusScanning of the Female Pelvis Trans-Abdominally, Trans-Vaginally, and Trans-PerineallyNormal and Abnormal Prostate in MalesEctopic PregnanciesPatient Care Issues: Patient Preparation, Fundamentals of Patient History Taking, Confidentiality, Pertinent Clinical Laboratory Values, and CommunicationPathology Versus Normal Abdominal AnatomyPrerequisite: Foundations of Sonography, Sonographic Physics I, Sonographic Appearance and Normal

AnatomyCorequisite:

DMS 201 - Normal Obstetric Sonography

Course DescriptionIntroduces fetal anatomy and obstetric procedures for diagnostic medical sonography. Emphasis is placed on fetal anatomy and development throughout all three trimesters. Topics include: first trimester sonographic abnormalities, including diagnosis of embryonic abnormalities, placental hematomas, associated pelvic masses, and other sonographic findings; second and third trimester sonographic abnormalities, including cranial and facial structures, vertebral column, thoracic cavity, abdominal wall, urinary tract, extremity anatomy, umbilical cord, amniotic fluid volumes, and other structures associated with obstetric studies; history and physical examination; related imaging, laboratory, and functional testing procedures; differential diagnosis; role of ultrasound in patient management; and viability

Competencies Areas HoursFirst Trimester Sonographic Abnormalities, including Diagnosis of Embryonic Abnormalities, Placental Hematomas, Associated Pelvic Masses, and Other Sonographic Findings

Class 2

Second and Third Trimester Sonographic Abnormalities, including Cranial and Facial Structures, Vertebral Column, Thoracic Cavity, Abdominal Wall, Urinary Tract, Extremity Anatomy, Umbilical Cord, Amniotic Fluid Volumes, and Other Structures Associated with Obstetric Studies

D.Lab 0

History and Physical Examination P.Lab/O.B.I. 3 Related Imaging, Laboratory, and Functional Testing Procedures Credit 3 Differential DiagnosisRole of Ultrasound in Patient ManagementViabilityPrerequisite: Pelvic Sonography and Sonographic Physics IICorequisite:

DMS 202 – Sonographic Physics II

Course DescriptionIntroduces concepts for the factors involved with diagnostic ultrasound principles and instruments. Topics

include: Doppler instruments, performance and safety, and artifacts.

Competencies Areas HoursDoppler Instruments Class 2Performance and Safety D.Lab 0Artifacts P.Lab/O.B.I. 0Reduction of Artifacts Credit 2Compound ScanningPrerequisite: Sonographic Physics ICorequisite:

DMS 203 - High Resolution Imaging

Course DescriptionIntroduces anatomy, pathology and procedures for diagnostic medical sonography. Topics include: anatomy, thyroid, breast, scrotum, anterior abdominal wall, muscles, and other superficial structures.

Competencies Areas HoursAnatomy Class 1Thyroid D.Lab 0Breast P.Lab/O.B.I. 3Scrotum Credit 2Anterior Abdominal WallMusclesOther Superficial StructuresPrerequisite: Corequisite:

DMS 204 - Clinical Sonography II

Course DescriptionProvides students with continued hospital/clinic setting work experience. Students have the opportunity to improve skills in performing procedures introduced during the courses Fetal Anomalies and Normal Obstetrical Sonography. Refinement of equipment manipulation skills builds on information presented in the course Sonographic Physics II. Emphasis is placed on refining scanning ability related to procedures learned in the courses Pelvic Sonography and Pathology and Abdominal Sonography and Pathology while learning to perform correctly the procedures included in the courses Normal Obstetrical Sonography and Fetal Anomalies. Normal fetal/maternal findings in the pregnant uterus, fetal growth parameters, advancement in the application of scanning algorithms, intra-cranial and gastric structures of the neonate, and the gamut of fetal abnormalities are covered. Topics include: equipment manipulation for optimum image resolution; manipulation of equipment to minimize biological effects; normal anatomy and pathologic conditions of the abdomen; normal female pelvic anatomy; normal uterine and fetal development through the three trimesters, including placental grading, placental location, fetal growth vs. HCG levels, performance of biophysical profiles, and fetal heart rate; fetal biometry, including gestational sac size, crown-rump length, bi-parietal diameter, head circumference, femur length, and abdominal circumference; normal anatomy and pathologic conditions in the neonate, including intra-cranial bleeds, masses, and duodenal atresia; ectopic pregnancies; patient care issues: patient preparation, fundamentals of patient history taking, confidentiality, pertinent clinical laboratory values, and communication. Sonographic examinations are conducted under direct and indirect supervision.

Competencies Areas HoursEquipment Manipulation for Optimum Image Resolution Class 0Manipulation of Equipment to Minimize Biological Effects D.Lab 0Normal Anatomy and Pathologic Conditions of the Abdomen P.Lab/O.B.I. 24

Normal Female Pelvic Anatomy Credit 8Normal Uterine and Fetal Development through the Three Trimesters, including Placental Grading, Placental Location, Fetal Growth vs. HCG Levels, Performance of Biophysical Profiles, and Fetal Heart RateFetal Biometry, including Gestational Sac Size, Crown-Rump Length, Bi-Parietal Diameter, Head Circumference, Femur Length, and Abdominal CircumferenceNormal Anatomy and Pathologic Conditions in the Neonate, including Intra-Cranial Bleeds, Masses, and Duodenal AtresiaEctopic PregnanciesPatient Care Issues: Patient Preparation, Fundamentals of Patient History Taking, Confidentiality, Pertinent Clinical Laboratory Values, and CommunicationPrerequisite: Foundations of Sonography, Sonographic Physics I, Sonographic Appearance and Normal

AnatomyCorequisite:

DMS 205 - Interventional Sonography

Course DescriptionThis course provides instruction in sonographic procedures which are considered invasive and/or require sterile procedures. Opening sterile trays, creating and maintaining a sterile field, and sterilizing ultrasound transducers are included, as well as sonography in the operating suite and performance of sonographic biopsy guidance. Issues concerning patient consent are reviewed from Foundations of Sonography. Topics include: sterile techniques; amniocentesis; scanning of the uterus via sonohysterography; drainage and fluid recovery procedures, including thoracentesis, paracentesis, and amniocentesis; free hand and attachment guided biopsy, such as breast biopsy and prostate biopsy; and ultrasound guidance procedures, such as nephrostomy/biliary drainage procedures.

Competencies Areas HoursSterile Techniques Class 0Amniocentesis D.Lab 2Scanning of the Uterus Via Sonohysterography P.Lab/O.B.I. 0Drainage and Fluid Recovery Procedures, including Thoracentesis, Paracentesis, and Amniocentesis

Credit 1

Free Hand and Attachment Guided Biopsy, such as Breast Biopsy and Prostate BiopsyUltrasound Guidance Procedures, such as Nephrostomy/Biliary Drainage ProceduresPrerequisite: Cross Sectional Anatomy, Pelvic Sonography and Pathology, Abdominal Sonography and

Pathology, Normal Obstetric SonographyCorequisite:

DMS 206 - Pediatric Sonography

Course DescriptionProvides the sonography student with specialized imaging procedures for the pediatric patient, including normal anatomy, pathology and pathophysiology. Emphasis is on the pediatric abdomen, surgical abdominal conditions, pediatric hip, and the necessary skills and special considerations of the pediatric patient in terms of patient care, presenting symptoms, pathologic processes, diagnosis, and technique. Neonatal neurosonography is also presented. Topics include: normal anatomy of the abdomen in pediatric patients and associated anomalies; normal anatomy of the neonatal brain and head and associated anomalies; anatomy of pediatric hip joint and imaging techniques and associated anomalies; normal pelvic anatomy in pediatric patients and associated anomalies; procedure, indication, and protocol for pyloric stenosis and associated pathology; normal spine anatomy and associated anomalies; history and physical examination; related imaging, laboratory, and functional testing procedures; differential diagnosis; and role of ultrasound in patient management.

Competencies Areas HoursNormal Anatomy of the Abdomen in Pediatric Patients and Associated Anomalies Class 2Normal Anatomy of Neonatal Brain and Head and Associated Anomalies D.Lab 0Anatomy of Pediatric Hip Joint and Imaging Techniques and Associated Anomalies

P.Lab/O.B.I. 0

Normal Pelvic Anatomy in Pediatric Patients and Associated Anomalies Credit 2Procedure, Indication and Protocol for Pyloric Stenosis and Associated PathologyNormal Spine Anatomy and Associated AnomaliesHistory and Physical ExaminationRelated Imaging, Laboratory, and Functional Testing ProceduresDifferential DiagnosisRole of Ultrasound in Patient ManagementPrerequisite: Abdominal Sonography and Pathology, Pelvic Sonography and Pathology, Cross Sectional

Anatomy, Sonographic Appearance of Normal AnatomyCorequisite:

DMS 207 – Abnormal Obstetric Sonography

Course DescriptionIntroduces the knowledge of fetal anatomy, pathology and procedures for diagnostic medical sonography. Emphasis is placed on the gamut of fetal anomalies throughout all three trimesters and newborn cranial examinations. Topics include: first trimester sonographic abnormalities including: diagnosis of embryonic abnormalities, placental hematomas, associated pelvic masses, and other sonographic findings; second and third trimester sonographic abnormalities including: hydrops, various trisomies, cranial and facial altering abnormalities, vertebral column abnormalities, thoracic cavity abnormalities, abdominal wall abnormalities, urinary tract abnormalities, extremity abnormalities, umbilical cord abnormalities, amniotic fluid volumes, and other miscellaneous congenital abnormalities; history and physical examination; related imaging, laboratory, and functional testing procedures; differential diagnosis; role of ultrasound in patient management; viability; and fetal therapy.

Competencies Areas HoursFirst Trimester Sonographic Abnormalities Including: Diagnosis of Embryonic Abnormalities, Placental Hematomas, Associated Pelvic Masses, and Other Sonographic Findings

Class 3

Second and Third Trimester Sonographic Abnormalities Including: Hydrops, Various Trisomies, Cranial and Facial Altering Abnormalities, Vertebral Column 0Abnormalities, Thoracic Cavity Abnormalities, Abdominal Wall Abnormalities, U3rinary Tract Abnormalities, Extremity Abnormalities, Umbilical Cord Abnormalities, Amniotic Fluid Volumes, and Other Miscellaneous Congenital Abnormalities

D.Lab 0

History and Physical Examination P.Lab/O.B.I. 0Related Imaging, Laboratory and Functional Testing Procedures Credit 3Differential DiagnosisRole of Ultrasound in Patient ManagementViabilityFetal TherapyPrerequisite: Normal Obstetric SonographyCorequisite:

DMS 208 - Introduction to Vascular Sonography

Course DescriptionThis course is designed as an introduction into the field of vascular sonography. The general practitioner will be

required to perform venous examinations of the lower extremity, arterial studies of the neck, and some Doppler studies within the abdomen. For these areas much greater depth will be reached. The field of vascular sonography is much wider and encompassing than these three areas. The broader field of vascular sonography will be introduced but not studied at length or in depth. Emphasis is on the functional workings and settings associated with Doppler signals and waveforms. Topics include: machine/image settings for Doppler imaging; venous imaging of the lower extremities; arterial imaging of the neck; and vascular imaging of the abdomen, including aorta and its primary branches, vena cava, portal and hepatic veins, and renal arteries and veins.

Competencies Areas HoursCompetency Areas Class 1

Machine/Image Settings for Doppler Imaging D.Lab 0Venous Imaging of the Lower Extremities P.Lab/O.B.I. 3Arterial Imaging of the Neck Credit 2Vascular Imaging of the Abdomen, including Aorta and Its Primary Branches, Vena Cava, Portal and Hepatic Veins, and Renal Arteries and VeinsPrerequisite: Sonographic Physics II, High Resolution Imaging, Cross Sectional AnatomyCorequisite:

DMS 209 - Clinical Sonography III

Course DescriptionProvides students with continued hospital/clinic setting work experience. Students improve skills in performing procedures introduced during previous didactic and clinical classes. Emphasis is placed on identification of normal and pathologic conditions learned during High Resolution Imaging and Interventional Sonography as well as refining the scanning ability of students in procedures presented in Pelvic Sonography and Pathology, Abdominal Sonography & Pathology, Fetal and Neonatal Anomalies, and Normal Obstetrical Sonography. Topics include: equipment manipulation for optimum image resolution; scanning procedures for superficial sonography; normal anatomy and pathologic conditions of the superficial structures including differentiation of cystic and solid breast masses, sonographic classification of thyroid masses, scrotal hernias, testicular torsion, testicular tumors, epididymal cysts, anterior abdominal wall, muscles, and extremities; sonohysterography; sterile technique; drainage and fluid recovery procedures including thoracentesis, paracentesis, and amniocentesis; free hand and attachment guided biopsy: breast biopsy and prostate biopsy; patient care issues: patient preparation, fundamentals of patient history taking, confidentiality, pertinent clinical laboratory values, and communication. Sonographic examinations are conducted under direct and indirect supervision.

Competencies Areas HoursEquipment Manipulation for Optimum Image Resolution Class 0Scanning Procedures for Superficial Sonography D.Lab 0Normal Anatomy and Pathologic Conditions of the Superficial Structures including Differentiation of Cystic and Solid Breast Masses, Sonographic Classification of Thyroid Masses, Scrotal Hernias, Testicular Torsion, Testicular Tumors, Epididymal Cysts, Anterior Abdominal Wall, Muscles, and Extremities

P.Lab/O.B.I. 24

Sonohysterography Credit 8Sterile TechniqueDrainage and Fluid Recovery Procedures including Thoracentesis, Paracentesis, and AmniocentesisFree Hand and Attachment Guided Biopsy: Breast Biopsy and Prostate BiopsyPatient Care Issues: Patient Preparation, Fundamentals of Patient History Taking, Confidentiality, Pertinent Clinical Laboratory Values, and CommunicationPrerequisite: Clinical Sonography IICorequisite:

DMS 210 – Comprehensive Physics Registry Review

Provides a review of basic knowledge from previous courses and helps the student prepare for national certification examinations for sonography. Information concerning test taking skills will also be reviewed. Topics include physics, patient care, equipment/image manipulation, scanning procedures, bioeffects and safety. Emphasis will be placed on those items/issues/topics which are part of the certification examination. Topics include: propagation of ultrasound through tissues, principles of pulse echo imaging, quality assurance of ultrasound instruments, elementary principles, bioeffects and safety, ultrasound transducers and pulse echo instruments.

Competencies Areas HoursPropagation of Ultrasound through Tissues Class 2Principles of Pulse Echo Imaging D.Lab 0Quality Assurance of Ultrasound Instruments P.Lab/O.B.I. 0Elementary Principles Credit 2Bioeffects and SafetyUltrasound Transducers Pulse Echo InstrumentsPrerequisite: Corequisite:

DMS 211 - Clinical Sonography IV

Course DescriptionProvides continued hospital/clinic setting work experience for students to improve skills in performing procedures introduced during prior clinical and didactic classes. Emphasis is placed on refining scanning techniques, increasing speed, and developing a critical thinking approach to sonographic scanning. In addition, the identification of normal and pathologic conditions learned during Introduction to Vascular Sonography and performance of vascular duplex examinations are emphasized. Equipment utilization, venous structures of the leg, arterial vessels of the neck, and professional development through application of case studies reviews are covered. Sonographic examinations are conducted under direct and indirect supervision. Topics include: manipulation of Doppler signals for venous scanning of the extremities and arterial scanning of the carotid vessels; normal anatomy and pathologic conditions of vascular structures, including deep vein thrombosis and carotid artery occlusion; equipment manipulation for optimum image resolution; and patient care issues: patient preparation, fundamentals of patient history taking, confidentiality, pertinent clinical laboratory values, and communication.

Competencies Areas HoursManipulation of Doppler Signals for Venous Scanning of the Extremities and Arterial Scanning of the Carotid Vessels

Class 0

Normal Anatomy and Pathologic Conditions of Vascular Structures, including Deep Vein Thrombosis and Carotid Artery Occlusion

D.Lab 0

Equipment Manipulation for Optimum Image Resolution P.Lab/O.B.I. 33Patient Care Issues: Patient Preparation, Fundamentals of Patient History Taking, Confidentiality, Pertinent Clinical Laboratory Values, and Communication

Credit 11

Prerequisite: Clinical Sonography IIICorequisite:

DMS 212 – Comprehensive Abdomen Registry Review

Course DescriptionProvides a review of basic knowledge from previous courses and helps the student prepare for national certification examinations in sonography. Physics, equipment/image manipulation, anatomy, pathology,

scanning procedures, sterile procedures, sonographic measurements, and invasive procedures are reviewed along with information concerning test taking skills. Topics include: patient care preparation/technique, laboratory values and indications, parenchymal diseases, masses of the abdomen, normal anatomy and physiology of abdominal organs, and pathology of the abdomen. Emphasis is placed on those items/issues/topics which are part of the certification examination.

Competencies Areas HoursPatient Care Preparation/Technique Class 2Laboratory Values and Indications D.Lab 0Parenchymal Diseases P.Lab/O.B.I. 0Masses of the Abdomen Credit 2Normal Anatomy and Physiology of Abdominal OrgansPathology of the Abdomen

Prerequisite: Sonographic Physics II, Abdominal Sonography and PathologyCorequisite:

DMS 213 – Comprehensive OB/GYN Registry Review

Course DescriptionProvides a review of basic knowledge from previous courses and helps the student prepare for national certification examinations for sonography. Information concerning test taking skills is also reviewed as well as physics, equipment/image manipulation, anatomy, pathology, scanning procedures, sterile procedures, sonographic measurements, fetal growth, and invasive procedures. Topics include: obstetrics; fetal abnormalities; patient care preparation/technique; technique, laboratory values, and indications; pelvic masses and abnormalities; and gynecologic anatomy and physiology. Emphasis is placed on those items/issues/topics which are part of the certification examination.

Competencies Areas HoursObstetrics Class 2Fetal Abnormalities D.Lab 0Patient Care Preparation/Technique P.Lab/O.B.I. 0Technique, Laboratory Values, and Indications Credit 2Pelvic Masses and AbnormalitiesGynecologic Anatomy and PhysiologyPrerequisite: Sonographic Physics II, Pelvic Sonography and Pathology, Normal Obstetrics, Fetal AnomaliesCorequisite:

DMS 214 - Clinical Sonography V

Provides a culminating hospital/clinic setting work experience for students to improve skills in performing procedures introduced during prior clinical and didactic classes. Emphasis is placed on refining scanning techniques, increasing speed, developing a critical thinking approach to sonographic scanning, and completing all clinical competencies. Equipment utilization and professional development through application of case studies reviews are included. Sonographic examinations are conducted under direct and indirect supervision. Topics include: refinement of equipment manipulation techniques and the role of the sonographer in performing interventional/invasive procedures.

Competencies Areas HoursRefinement of Equipment Manipulation Techniques Class 0Role of the Sonographer in Performing Interventional/Invasive Procedures D.Lab 0

P.Lab/O.B.I. 33Credit 11

Prerequisite: Clinical Sonography IVCorequisite:

Curriculum ModelSuggested Course Sequence

The standard curriculum for the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program, diploma is set up on the quarter system. A suggested sequence for the programs is given below with area of specialization. Technical colleges may implement the program by using the sequences listed below or by using a locally developed sequence designed to reflect course prerequisites and/or corequisites.

Suggested SequenceEnter Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Diploma

First Quarter


ClassHours

DLab

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ENG 101 English 5 0 0 5 5

MAT 103 Algebraic Concepts 5 0 0 5 5

EMP 100

Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development 3 0 0 3 3

AHS 109



Second Quarter


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AHS 156 Health Science Physics 5 0 0 5 5


AHS 101 Anatomy and Physiology 5 0 0 5 5



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Fourth Quarter


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DMS Abdominal Sonography & Pathology 4 0 3 7 5


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135DMS 136 Sonographic Physics I 3 0 0 3 3



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3 0 36 39 15Minimum Required Hours:

Eighth Quarter


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DMS Clinical Sonography V 0 0 33 33 11


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214Minimum Required Hours: 4 0 33 37 15

State Board Approved Diagnostic Medical Sonography CurriculumCurrent and Proposed Changes

Degree

Program Title: Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Degree

Program Description:The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Associate Degree program is a sequence of courses that provides educational opportunities to individuals in didactic and clinical environments that will enable them to gain skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary to graduate and become successful entry-level employees in the field of Diagnostic Medical Sonography. The profession requires critical thinking skills, judgment, and the ability to provide appropriate health care services. Sonographers use high frequency sound waves to produce dynamic visual pictures of internal body structures. The images are evaluated by physicians to make a medical diagnosis. Course work includes sonographic physics, sonographic identification of normal and abnormal anatomy, physiology, pathology, and pathophysiology of the abdomen, pelvis, and small parts of the adult, pediatric, and fetal patient, clinical application courses, interventional sonography, journal and case study review, and comprehensive registry reviews.

Program graduates are expected to be able to perform entry level abdominal, OB/GYN, pediatric, small parts, and neonatal ultrasound procedures with the use of two- dimensional B-Mode imaging, color flow Doppler, and spectral Doppler. Program graduates are to be competent in the general areas of humanities or fine arts, social or behavioral sciences, natural sciences or mathematics, and computer literacy. Program graduates receive a Diagnostic Medical Sonography Associate Degree, are eligible to sit for the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) registry examinations in Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation (UPI), Abdomen (AB), Obstetrics/Gynecology OB/GYN) and are employable as entry-level Diagnostic Medical Sonographers.

Core Course(a) General Core Courses

Course Code General Core Course Title

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ENG 191 Composition & Rhetoric I 5 0 0 5 5

ENG 193 Composition & Rhetoric II 5 0 0 5 5

SPC 191 Fundamentals of Speech 5 0 0 5 5

MAT 191 College Algebra 5 0 0 5 5

PHY 190 Introductory Physics 4 3 0 7 5

PSY 191 Introduction to Psychology 5 0 0 5 5

BIO 193 Anatomy and Physiology I 4 3 0 7 5BIO 194 Anatomy and Physiology II 4 3 0 7 5

Total 37 9 0 46 40

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d) Program Final Exit PointDiagnostic Medical Sonography, Degree

e) Credits Required for Graduation139

ENG 191 - Composition and Rhetoric I

Course DescriptionExplores the analysis of literature and articles about issues in the humanities and in society. Students practice various modes of writing, ranging from exposition to argumentation and persuasion. The course includes a review of standard grammatical and stylistic usage in proofreading and editing. An introduction to library resources lays the foundation for research. Topics include: writing analysis and practice, revision, and research.

Competencies Areas HoursWriting Analysis and Practice Class 5Revision D.Lab 0Research P.Lab/O.B.I. 0 Credit 5Prerequisite: Program admission level language competency or ENG 098Corequisite:

ENG 193 Composition and Rhetoric II

Course DescriptionEmphasizes the student's ability to read literature analytically and meaningfully and to communicate clearly. Students analyze the form and content of literature and practice various modes of writing. Topics include: reading and analysis of fiction, poetry, and drama; research; and writing about literature.

Competencies Areas HoursReading and Analysis of Fiction, Poetry, and Drama Class 5Research D.Lab 0Writing about Literature P.Lab/O.B.I. 0

Credit 5Prerequisite: ENG 191 with C or betterCorequisite:

SPC 191 Fundamentals of Speech

Course DescriptionIntroduces the fundamentals of oral communication. Topics include: selection and organization of materials, preparation and delivery of individual and group presentations, and analysis of ideas presented by others.

Competencies Areas HoursSelection and Organization of Materials Class 5Preparation and Delivery of Individual and Group Presentations D.Lab 0Analysis of Ideas Presented by Others P.Lab/O.B.I. 0

Credit 5Prerequisite: Program admission level language competency or ENG 098Corequisite:

PHY 190 Introductory Physics

Course DescriptionIntroduces the student to the basic laws of physics. Topics include: Newtonian mechanics, fluids, heat, light and optics, sound, electricity and magnetism, and modern physics.

Competencies Areas HoursNewtonian Mechanics Class 4Fluids D.Lab 3Heat P.Lab/O.B.I. 0Light and Optics Credit 5SoundElectricity and MagnetismModern PhysicsNewtonian MechanicsPrerequisite: MAT 191, MAT 190, or MAT 196Corequisite:

SCT 100 – Introduction to Microcomputers

Course DescriptionIntroduces the fundamental concepts and operations necessary to use microcomputers. Emphasis is placed on basic functions and familiarity with computer use. Topics include: computer terminology, introduction to the Windows environment, introduction to networking, introduction to word processing, introduction to spreadsheets, and introduction to databases.

Competencies Areas HoursComputer Terminology Class 1Introduction to the Windows Environment D.Lab 4Introduction to Internet P.Lab/O.B.I. 0Introduction to Word Processing Credit 3Introduction to SpreadsheetsIntroduction to DatabasesIntroduction to Presentation Graphics

Prerequisite: Provisional admissionCorequisite:

PSY 191 Introductory Psychology

Course DescriptionEmphasizes the basics of psychology. Topics include: science of psychology; social environments; life stages; physiology and behavior; personality; emotions and motives; conflicts, stress, and anxiety; abnormal behavior; and perception, learning, and intelligence.

Competencies Areas HoursScience of Psychology Class 5

Social Environments D.Lab 0Life Stages P.Lab/O.B.I. 0Physiology and Behavior Credit 5PersonalityEmotions and MotivesConflicts, Stress, and AnxietyAbnormal BehaviorPerception, Learning, and IntelligencePrerequisite: Program admissionCorequisite:

BIO 193 - Anatomy and Physiology I

Course DescriptionIntroduces the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Emphasis is placed on the development of a systemic perspective of anatomical structures and physiological processes. Topics include: body organization, cell structure and functions, tissue classifications, the integumentary system, the skeletal system, the muscular system, the respiratory system, the digestive system, and the urinary system. Laboratory experience supports classroom learning.

Competencies Areas HoursBody Organization Class 4Cell Structure and Functions D.Lab 3Tissue Classifications P.Lab/O.B.I. 0The Integumentary System Credit 5The Skeletal SystemThe Muscular SystemThe Respiratory SystemThe Digestive SystemThe Urinary SystemPrerequisite: Provisional admissionCorequisite:

BIO 194 - Anatomy and Physiology II

Course DescriptionContinues the study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics include: the reproductive system, the cardiovascular system, the blood and lymphatic systems, the nervous and sensory systems, the endocrine system, and the immune system. Laboratory experience supports classroom learning.

Competencies Areas HoursThe Reproductive System Class 4The Cardiovascular System D.Lab 3The Blood and Lymphatic Systems P.Lab/O.B.I. 0The Nervous and Sensory Systems Credit 5The Endocrine SystemThe Immune SystemPrerequisite: BIO 193Corequisite:

AHS 104 - Introduction to Health Care

Course DescriptionIntroduces a grouping of fundamental principles, practices, and issues common to many specializations in the health care profession. In addition to the essential skills, students explore various delivery systems and related issues. Topics include: basic life support/CPR, basic emergency care/first aid and triage, vital signs, infection control, and blood/air-borne pathogens.

Competencies Areas HoursBlood/Air-Borne Pathogens Class 2Infection Control D.Lab 0Vital Signs P.Lab/O.B.I. 3Basic Emergency Care/First Aid and Triage Credit 3Basic Life Support/CPRPrerequisite: Provisional admissionCorequisite:

AHS 109 - Medical Terminology for Allied Health Sciences

Course Description

Competencies Areas HoursWord Origins (Roots, Prefixes, and Suffixes) Class 3Word Building D.Lab 0Abbreviations and Symbols P.Lab/O.B.I. 0Terminology Related to the Human Anatomy Credit 3Reading Medical Orders and Reports

DMS 131 – Foundations of Sonography

Course DescriptionThis course introduces the student to the field of sonography and includes information concerning medical ethics. It provides an introduction to ultrasound procedures, patient interviews, elementary principles of sound waves, sonographic imaging techniques, cultural diversity skills, critical thinking skills, issues concerning the clinical environment, and hospital and departmental organization. Topics include: history of diagnostic medical sonography; role of the sonographer; learning tools and techniques; basic medical techniques and patient care; body mechanics and patient transfer methods; infection control and universal precautions; standard patient positions; routing scanning planes; verbal and nonverbal communication skills; grieving process; death, dying, and abortion issues; informed patient consent; health care delivery models; sonographic terminology; resource organizations to sonography; educational options for sonographers; patients’ bill of rights; vital signs; sonographic scanning techniques; patient preparations; instrumentation and image manipulation; maintenance of clinical records; Maslow’s hierarchy of needs; legal issues; HIPPA regulations in medical care; and employee/employer relationships.

Competencies Areas HoursHistory of Diagnostic Medical Sonography Class 3Role of the Sonographer D.Lab 2Learning Tools and Techniques P.Lab/O.B.I. 3Basic Medical Techniques and Patient Care Credit 5Body Mechanics and Patient Transfer MethodsInfection Control and Universal PrecautionsStandard Patient Positions

Routing Scanning PlanesVerbal and Nonverbal Communication SkillsGrieving ProcessDeath, Dying, and Abortion IssuesInformed Patient ConsentHealth Care Delivery ModelsSonographic TerminologyResource Organizations to SonographyEducational Options for SonographersPatients’ Bill of RightsVital SignsSonographic Scanning TechniquesPatient PreparationsInstrumentation and Image ManipulationMaintenance of Clinical RecordsMaslow’s Hierarchy of NeedsLegal IssuesHIPPA Regulations in Medical CareEmployee/Employer RelationshipsPrerequisite: Program admissionCorequisite:

DMS 132 - Sonographic Appearance of Normal Anatomy

Course DescriptionThis course introduces the student to the normal sonographic appearance of abdominal anatomy, female and male pelvic anatomy, and the vascular system in the abdomen and pelvis. Topics include: normal anatomy of biliary system, pancreas, urinary tract, spleen, prevertebral vessels, peritoneal cavity, retroperitoneum, gastrointestinal tract, non-cardiac chest, and male and female pelvic anatomy; history and physical examination; related imaging, laboratory results, and functional testing procedures; role of ultrasound in patient management; sonographic appearance and sonographic patterns of structures in the abdomen, female pelvis, male pelvis, and vascularity related to each area.

Competencies Areas HoursNormal Anatomy of Biliary System, Pancreas, Urinary Tract, Spleen, Prevertebral Vessels, Peritoneal Cavity, Retroperitoneum, Gastrointestinal Tract, Non-Cardiac Chest, and Male and Female Pelvic Anatomy

Class 3

History and Physical Examination D.Lab 0Related Imaging, Laboratory Results, and Functional Testing Procedures P.Lab/O.B.I. 3Role of Ultrasound in Patient Management Credit 4Sonographic Appearance and Sonographic Patterns of Structures in the Abdomen, Female Pelvis, Male Pelvis, and Vascularity Related to Each AreaPrerequisite: Program admissionCorequisite:

DMS 133 – Cross Sectional Anatomy

Course DescriptionThis course introduces detailed normal anatomy in various planes used during sonographic examinations. Information is weighted toward normal structures which are sonographically visible. Structures are described according to relative location and proportionality. Anatomy is identified in both cadaver and sonographic modes. Structures include the brain (especially the proportions and structures of the neonate), neck, chest, abdomen, pelvis, and extremities. Emphasis is placed on sonographically identifying normal cross sectional anatomy based on echogenicity, the position of other relative anatomy and proportionality of size. Topics include: normal

sectional anatomy of the neck: vascular and thyroid; normal sectional anatomy of the fetal and adult chest; normal sectional anatomy of the abdomen in adults, pediatrics and fetuses; normal sectional anatomy of the male and female pelvis; and normal sectional anatomy of the extremities: muscles and vasculature.

Competencies Areas HoursNormal Sectional Anatomy of the Neck: Vascular and Thyroid Class 3Normal Sectional Anatomy of the Fetal and Adult Chest D.Lab 0Normal Sectional Anatomy of the Abdomen in Adults, Pediatrics, and Fetuses P.Lab/O.B.I. 3Normal Sectional Anatomy of the Male and Female Pelvis Credit 4Normal Sectional Anatomy of the Extremities: Muscles and VasculaturePrerequisite: Program admissionCorequisite:

DMS 134 - Pelvic Sonography and Pathology

Course DescriptionIntroduces gynecology physiology, pathology, and procedures for diagnostic medical sonography. Emphasis is on female and male pelvic anatomy, physiology and anomalies, pathology complications, gynecology, and patient care/preparation. Topics include: physiology of pelvis; history and physical examination; contraceptive devices and infertility procedures; sonographic appearance of gynecologic disease processes, pathology, pathophysiology and abnormal sonographic patterns of iatrogenic, degenerative, inflammatory, traumatic, neoplastic, infectious, obstructive, congenital, metabolic, and immunologic diseases; Doppler applications; differential diagnosis; scanning of the prostate in the male pelvis; and related imaging, laboratory, and functional testing procedures.

Competencies Areas HoursPhysiology of Pelvis Class 1History and Physical Examination D.Lab 0Contraceptive Devices and Infertility Procedures P.Lab/O.B.I. 2Sonographic Appearance of Gynecologic Disease Processes, Pathology, Pathophysiology, and Abnormal Sonographic Patterns of Iatrogenic, Degenerative, Inflammatory, Traumatic, Neoplastic, Infectious, Obstructive, Congenital, Metabolic, and Immunologic Diseases

Credit 3

Doppler ApplicationsDifferential DiagnosisScanning the Prostate in the Male PelvisRelated Imaging, Laboratory, and Functional Testing ProceduresPrerequisite: Fundamentals of Sonography, Sonographic Appearance and Normal AnatomyCorequisite:

DMS 135 - Abdominal Sonography and Pathology

Introduces abdominal anatomy, pathology, and procedures for diagnostic medical sonography. Topics include: anatomy, pathology and diagnostic procedures of the liver, biliary tree, pancreas, urinary tract, adrenal glands, spleen, prevertebral vessels, periotoneal cavity, retro-peritoneum, GI tract, and non-cardiac chest; scanning protocol based on sonographic findings and differential diagnosis; history and physical examination; related imaging, laboratory, and functional testing procedures; clinical differential diagnosis; role of ultrasound in patient management; and sonographic appearance of disease processes, pathology, pathophysiology and abnormal sonographic patterns of iatrogenic, degenerative, inflammatory, traumatic, neoplastic, infectious, obstructive, congenital, metabolic, and immunologic diseases.

Competencies Areas HoursAnatomy, Pathology and Diagnostic Procedures of the Liver, Biliary Tree, Pancreas, Urinary Tract, Adrenal Glands, Spleen, Prevertebral Vessels, Peritoneal Cavity, Retro-Peritoneum GI Tract, and Non-Cardiac Chest

Class 4

Scanning Protocol Based on Sonographic Findings and Differential Diagnosis D.Lab 0History and Physical Examination P.Lab/O.B.I. 3Related Imaging, Laboratory, and Functional Testing Procedures Credit 5Clinical Differential DiagnosisRole of Ultrasound in Patient ManagementSonographic Appearance of Disease Processes, Pathology, Pathophysiology and Abnormal Sonographic Patterns of Iatrogenic, Degenerative, Inflammatory, Traumatic, Neoplastic, Infectious, Obstructive, Congenital, Metabolic, and Immunologic Diseases.Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Sonography, Sonographic Appearance and Normal AnatomyCorequisite:

DMS 136 – Sonographic Physics I

Course DescriptionIntroduces concepts for the factors involved with diagnostic ultrasound principles and instruments. Emphasis will be placed on basic ultrasound physics, transducer construction, operation and characteristics, artifacts and adjustable physics parameters. Topics include: sound properties, sound units, sound measurements, ultrasound transducers, imaging instruments, ultrasound machine adjustable parameters, and display modes.

Competencies Areas HoursSound Properties Class 3Sound Units D.Lab 0Sound Measurements P.Lab/O.B.I. 0Ultrasound Transducers Credit 3Imaging InstrumentsUltrasound Machine Adjustable ParametersDisplay ModesPrerequisite: Program admissionCorequisite:

DMS 137 - Clinical Sonography I

Course DescriptionProvides students with an introduction into the hospital/clinic setting work experience. Students perform procedures introduced in Foundations of Sonography and manipulate equipment based on information from Sonographic Appearance and Normal Anatomy. Emphasis is placed on performing those procedures presented in Pelvic Sonography and Pathology and Abdominal Sonography and Pathology and learning to identify normal anatomy presented in Cross Sectional Anatomy. Control of the physical parameters of the sonography unit and application of sonographic physics as it relates to image quality are covered. Topics include: equipment manipulation for optimum image resolution; scanning procedures for abdominal sonography; normal anatomy and pathologic conditions of the abdomen; normal female pelvic anatomy; female pelvic pathology, including uterine fibroids and bicornuate uterus; scanning of the female pelvis trans-abdominally, trans-vaginally and trans-perineally; normal and abnormal prostate in males; ectopic pregnancies; patient care issues: patient preparation, fundamentals of patient history taking, confidentiality, pertinent clinical laboratory values, and communication; and pathology versus normal abdominal anatomy. Sonographic examinations are conducted under direct and indirect supervision.

Competencies Areas HoursEquipment Manipulation for Optimum Image Resolution Class 0Scanning Procedures for Abdominal Sonography D.Lab 0Normal Anatomy and Pathologic Conditions of the Abdomen P.Lab/O.B.I. 24Normal Female Pelvic Anatomy Credit 8Female Pelvic Pathology, including Uterine Fibroids and Bicornuate UterusScanning of the Female Pelvis Trans-Abdominally, Trans-Vaginally, and Trans-PerineallyNormal and Abnormal Prostate in MalesEctopic PregnanciesPatient Care Issues: Patient Preparation, Fundamentals of Patient History Taking, Confidentiality, Pertinent Clinical Laboratory Values, and CommunicationPathology Versus Normal Abdominal AnatomyPrerequisite: Foundations of Sonography, Sonographic Physics I, Sonographic Appearance and Normal

AnatomyCorequisite:

DMS 201 - Normal Obstetric Sonography

Course DescriptionIntroduces fetal anatomy and obstetric procedures for diagnostic medical sonography. Emphasis is placed on fetal anatomy and development throughout all three trimesters. Topics include: first trimester sonographic abnormalities, including diagnosis of embryonic abnormalities, placental hematomas, associated pelvic masses, and other sonographic findings; second and third trimester sonographic abnormalities, including cranial and facial structures, vertebral column, thoracic cavity, abdominal wall, urinary tract, extremity anatomy, umbilical cord, amniotic fluid volumes, and other structures associated with obstetric studies; history and physical examination; related imaging, laboratory, and functional testing procedures; differential diagnosis; role of ultrasound in patient management; and viability

Competencies Areas HoursFirst Trimester Sonographic Abnormalities, including Diagnosis of Embryonic Abnormalities, Placental Hematomas, Associated Pelvic Masses, and Other Sonographic Findings

Class 2

Second and Third Trimester Sonographic Abnormalities, including Cranial and Facial Structures, Vertebral Column, Thoracic Cavity, Abdominal Wall, Urinary Tract, Extremity Anatomy, Umbilical Cord, Amniotic Fluid Volumes, and Other Structures Associated with Obstetric Studies

D.Lab 0

History and Physical Examination P.Lab/O.B.I. 3Related Imaging, Laboratory, and Functional Testing Procedures Credit 3Differential DiagnosisRole of Ultrasound in Patient ManagementViabilityPrerequisite: Pelvic Sonography and Sonographic Physics IICorequisite:

DMS 202 – Sonographic Physics II

Course DescriptionIntroduces concepts for the factors involved with diagnostic ultrasound principles and instruments. Topics include: Doppler instruments, performance and safety, and artifacts.

Competencies Areas HoursDoppler Instruments Class 2

Performance and Safety D.Lab 0Artifacts P.Lab/O.B.I. 0

Credit 2Prerequisite: Sonographic Physics ICorequisite:

DMS 203 - High Resolution Imaging

Course DescriptionIntroduces anatomy, pathology and procedures for diagnostic medical sonography. Topics include: anatomy, thyroid, breast, scrotum, anterior abdominal wall, muscles, and other superficial structures.

Competencies Areas HoursAnatomy Class 1Thyroid D.Lab 0Breast P.Lab/O.B.I. 3Scrotum Credit 2Anterior Abdominal WallMusclesOther Superficial StructuresPrerequisite: Corequisite:

DMS 204 - Clinical Sonography II

Course DescriptionProvides students with continued hospital/clinic setting work experience. Students have the opportunity to improve skills in performing procedures introduced during the courses Fetal Anomalies and Normal Obstetrical Sonography. Refinement of equipment manipulation skills builds on information presented in the course Sonographic Physics II. Emphasis is placed on refining scanning ability related to procedures learned in the courses Pelvic Sonography and Pathology and Abdominal Sonography and Pathology while learning to perform correctly the procedures included in the courses Normal Obstetrical Sonography and Fetal Anomalies. Normal fetal/maternal findings in the pregnant uterus, fetal growth parameters, advancement in the application of scanning algorithms, intra-cranial and gastric structures of the neonate, and the gamut of fetal abnormalities are covered. Topics include: equipment manipulation for optimum image resolution; manipulation of equipment to minimize biological effects; normal anatomy and pathologic conditions of the abdomen; normal female pelvic anatomy; normal uterine and fetal development through the three trimesters, including placental grading, placental location, fetal growth vs. HCG levels, performance of biophysical profiles, and fetal heart rate; fetal biometry, including gestational sac size, crown-rump length, bi-parietal diameter, head circumference, femur length, and abdominal circumference; normal anatomy and pathologic conditions in the neonate, including intra-cranial bleeds, masses, and duodenal atresia; ectopic pregnancies; patient care issues: patient preparation, fundamentals of patient history taking, confidentiality, pertinent clinical laboratory values, and communication. Sonographic examinations are conducted under direct and indirect supervision.

Competencies Areas HoursEquipment Manipulation for Optimum Image Resolution Class 0Manipulation of Equipment to Minimize Biological Effects D.Lab 0Normal Anatomy and Pathologic Conditions of the Abdomen P.Lab/O.B.I. 24Normal Female Pelvic Anatomy Credit 8Normal Uterine and Fetal Development through the Three Trimesters, including Placental Grading, Placental Location, Fetal Growth vs. HCG Levels, Performance of Biophysical Profiles, and Fetal Heart RateFetal Biometry, including Gestational Sac Size, Crown-Rump Length, Bi-Parietal Diameter, Head Circumference, Femur Length, and Abdominal Circumference

Normal Anatomy and Pathologic Conditions in the Neonate, including Intra-Cranial Bleeds, Masses, and Duodenal AtresiaEctopic PregnanciesPatient Care Issues: Patient Preparation, Fundamentals of Patient History Taking, Confidentiality, Pertinent Clinical Laboratory Values, and CommunicationPrerequisite: Foundations of Sonography, Sonographic Physics I, Sonographic Appearance and Normal

AnatomyCorequisite:

DMS 205 - Interventional Sonography

Course DescriptionThis course provides instruction in sonographic procedures which are considered invasive and/or require sterile procedures. Opening sterile trays, creating and maintaining a sterile field, and sterilizing ultrasound transducers are included, as well as sonography in the operating suite and performance of sonographic biopsy guidance. Issues concerning patient consent are reviewed from Foundations of Sonography. Topics include: sterile techniques; amniocentesis; scanning of the uterus via sonohysterography; drainage and fluid recovery procedures, including thoracentesis, paracentesis, and amniocentesis; free hand and attachment guided biopsy, such as breast biopsy and prostate biopsy; and ultrasound guidance procedures, such as nephrostomy/biliary drainage procedures.

Competencies Areas HoursSterile Techniques Class 0Amniocentesis D.Lab 2Scanning of the Uterus Via Sonohysterography P.Lab/O.B.I. 0Drainage and Fluid Recovery Procedures, including Thoracentesis, Paracentesis, and Amniocentesis

Credit 1

Free Hand and Attachment Guided Biopsy, such as Breast Biopsy and Prostate BiopsyUltrasound Guidance Procedures, such as Nephrostomy/Biliary Drainage ProceduresPrerequisite: Cross Sectional Anatomy, Pelvic Sonography and Pathology, Abdominal Sonography and

Pathology, Normal Obstetric SonographyCorequisite:

DMS 206 - Pediatric Sonography

Course DescriptionProvides the sonography student with specialized imaging procedures for the pediatric patient, including normal anatomy, pathology and pathophysiology. Emphasis is on the pediatric abdomen, surgical abdominal conditions, pediatric hip, and the necessary skills and special considerations of the pediatric patient in terms of patient care, presenting symptoms, pathologic processes, diagnosis, and technique. Neonatal neurosonography is also presented. Topics include: normal anatomy of the abdomen in pediatric patients and associated anomalies; normal anatomy of the neonatal brain and head and associated anomalies; anatomy of pediatric hip joint and imaging techniques and associated anomalies; normal pelvic anatomy in pediatric patients and associated anomalies; procedure, indication, and protocol for pyloric stenosis and associated pathology; normal spine anatomy and associated anomalies; history and physical examination; related imaging, laboratory, and functional testing procedures; differential diagnosis; and role of ultrasound in patient management.

Competencies Areas HoursNormal Anatomy of the Abdomen in Pediatric Patients and Associated Anomalies Class 2Normal Anatomy of Neonatal Brain and Head and Associated Anomalies D.Lab 0Anatomy of Pediatric Hip Joint and Imaging Techniques and Associated Anomalies

P.Lab/O.B.I. 0

Normal Pelvic Anatomy in Pediatric Patients and Associated Anomalies Credit 2Procedure, Indication and Protocol for Pyloric Stenosis and Associated PathologyNormal Spine Anatomy and Associated AnomaliesHistory and Physical ExaminationRelated Imaging, Laboratory, and Functional Testing ProceduresDifferential DiagnosisRole of Ultrasound in Patient ManagementPrerequisite: Abdominal Sonography and Pathology, Pelvic Sonography and Pathology, Cross Sectional

Anatomy, Sonographic Appearance of Normal AnatomyCorequisite:

DMS 207 – Abnormal Obstetric Sonography

Course DescriptionIntroduces the knowledge of fetal anatomy, pathology and procedures for diagnostic medical sonography. Emphasis is placed on the gamut of fetal anomalies throughout all three trimesters and newborn cranial examinations. Topics include: first trimester sonographic abnormalities including: diagnosis of embryonic abnormalities, placental hematomas, associated pelvic masses, and other sonographic findings; second and third trimester sonographic abnormalities including: hydrops, various trisomies, cranial and facial altering abnormalities, vertebral column abnormalities, thoracic cavity abnormalities, abdominal wall abnormalities, urinary tract abnormalities, extremity abnormalities, umbilical cord abnormalities, amniotic fluid volumes, and other miscellaneous congenital abnormalities; history and physical examination; related imaging, laboratory, and functional testing procedures; differential diagnosis; role of ultrasound in patient management; viability; and fetal therapy.

Competencies Areas HoursFirst Trimester Sonographic Abnormalities Including: Diagnosis of Embryonic Abnormalities, Placental Hematomas, Associated Pelvic Masses, and Other Sonographic Findings

Class 3

Second and Third Trimester Sonographic Abnormalities Including: Hydrops, Various Trisomies, Cranial and Facial Altering Abnormalities, Vertebral Column 0Abnormalities, Thoracic Cavity Abnormalities, Abdominal Wall Abnormalities, U3rinary Tract Abnormalities, Extremity Abnormalities, Umbilical Cord Abnormalities, Amniotic Fluid Volumes, and Other Miscellaneous Congenital Abnormalities

D.Lab 0

History and Physical Examination P.Lab/O.B.I. 0Related Imaging, Laboratory and Functional Testing Procedures Credit 3Differential DiagnosisRole of Ultrasound in Patient ManagementViabilityFetal TherapyPrerequisite: Normal Obstetric SonographyCorequisite:

DMS 208 - Introduction to Vascular Sonography

Course DescriptionThis course is designed as an introduction into the field of vascular sonography. The general practitioner will be required to perform venous examinations of the lower extremity, arterial studies of the neck, and some Doppler studies within the abdomen. For these areas much greater depth will be reached. The field of vascular sonography is much wider and encompassing than these three areas. The broader field of vascular sonography will be introduced but not studied at length or in depth. Emphasis is on the functional workings and settings associated with Doppler signals and waveforms. Topics include: machine/image settings for Doppler imaging; venous imaging of the lower extremities; arterial imaging of the neck; and vascular imaging of the abdomen,

including aorta and its primary branches, vena cava, portal and hepatic veins, and renal arteries and veins.

Competencies Areas HoursCompetency Areas Class 1

Machine/Image Settings for Doppler Imaging D.Lab 0Venous Imaging of the Lower Extremities P.Lab/O.B.I. 3Arterial Imaging of the Neck Credit 2Vascular Imaging of the Abdomen, including Aorta and Its Primary Branches, Vena Cava, Portal and Hepatic Veins, and Renal Arteries and VeinsPrerequisite: Sonographic Physics II, High Resolution Imaging, Cross Sectional AnatomyCorequisite:

DMS 209 - Clinical Sonography III

Course DescriptionProvides students with continued hospital/clinic setting work experience. Students improve skills in performing procedures introduced during previous didactic and clinical classes. Emphasis is placed on identification of normal and pathologic conditions learned during High Resolution Imaging and Interventional Sonography as well as refining the scanning ability of students in procedures presented in Pelvic Sonography and Pathology, Abdominal Sonography & Pathology, Fetal and Neonatal Anomalies, and Normal Obstetrical Sonography. Topics include: equipment manipulation for optimum image resolution; scanning procedures for superficial sonography; normal anatomy and pathologic conditions of the superficial structures including differentiation of cystic and solid breast masses, sonographic classification of thyroid masses, scrotal hernias, testicular torsion, testicular tumors, epididymal cysts, anterior abdominal wall, muscles, and extremities; sonohysterography; sterile technique; drainage and fluid recovery procedures including thoracentesis, paracentesis, and amniocentesis; free hand and attachment guided biopsy: breast biopsy and prostate biopsy; patient care issues: patient preparation, fundamentals of patient history taking, confidentiality, pertinent clinical laboratory values, and communication. Sonographic examinations are conducted under direct and indirect supervision.

Competencies Areas HoursEquipment Manipulation for Optimum Image Resolution Class 0Scanning Procedures for Superficial Sonography D.Lab 0Normal Anatomy and Pathologic Conditions of the Superficial Structures including Differentiation of Cystic and Solid Breast Masses, Sonographic Classification of Thyroid Masses, Scrotal Hernias, Testicular Torsion, Testicular Tumors, Epididymal Cysts, Anterior Abdominal Wall, Muscles, and Extremities

P.Lab/O.B.I. 24

Sonohysterography Credit 8Sterile TechniqueDrainage and Fluid Recovery Procedures including Thoracentesis, Paracentesis, and AmniocentesisFree Hand and Attachment Guided Biopsy: Breast Biopsy and Prostate BiopsyPatient Care Issues: Patient Preparation, Fundamentals of Patient History Taking, Confidentiality, Pertinent Clinical Laboratory Values, and CommunicationPrerequisite: Clinical Sonography IICorequisite:

DMS 210 – Comprehensive Physics Registry Review

Provides a review of basic knowledge from previous courses and helps the student prepare for national certification examinations for sonography. Information concerning test taking skills will also be reviewed. Topics include physics, patient care, equipment/image manipulation, scanning procedures, bioeffects and safety. Emphasis will be placed on those items/issues/topics which are part of the certification examination. Topics include: propagation of ultrasound through tissues, principles of pulse echo imaging, quality assurance of ultrasound instruments, elementary principles, bioeffects and safety, ultrasound transducers and pulse echo

instruments.

Competencies Areas HoursPropagation of Ultrasound through Tissues Class 2Principles of Pulse Echo Imaging D.Lab 0Quality Assurance of Ultrasound Instruments P.Lab/O.B.I. 0Elementary Principles Credit 2Bioeffects and SafetyUltrasound Transducers Pulse Echo InstrumentsPrerequisite: Corequisite:

DMS 211 - Clinical Sonography IV

Course DescriptionProvides continued hospital/clinic setting work experience for students to improve skills in performing procedures introduced during prior clinical and didactic classes. Emphasis is placed on refining scanning techniques, increasing speed, and developing a critical thinking approach to sonographic scanning. In addition, the identification of normal and pathologic conditions learned during Introduction to Vascular Sonography and performance of vascular duplex examinations are emphasized. Equipment utilization, venous structures of the leg, arterial vessels of the neck, and professional development through application of case studies reviews are covered. Sonographic examinations are conducted under direct and indirect supervision. Topics include: manipulation of Doppler signals for venous scanning of the extremities and arterial scanning of the carotid vessels; normal anatomy and pathologic conditions of vascular structures, including deep vein thrombosis and carotid artery occlusion; equipment manipulation for optimum image resolution; and patient care issues: patient preparation, fundamentals of patient history taking, confidentiality, pertinent clinical laboratory values, and communication.

Competencies Areas HoursManipulation of Doppler Signals for Venous Scanning of the Extremities and Arterial Scanning of the Carotid Vessels

Class 0

Normal Anatomy and Pathologic Conditions of Vascular Structures, including Deep Vein Thrombosis and Carotid Artery Occlusion

D.Lab 0

Equipment Manipulation for Optimum Image Resolution P.Lab/O.B.I. 33Patient Care Issues: Patient Preparation, Fundamentals of Patient History Taking, Confidentiality, Pertinent Clinical Laboratory Values, and Communication

Credit 11

Prerequisite: Clinical Sonography IIICorequisite:

DMS 212 – Comprehensive Abdomen Registry Review

Course DescriptionProvides a review of basic knowledge from previous courses and helps the student prepare for national certification examinations in sonography. Physics, equipment/image manipulation, anatomy, pathology, scanning procedures, sterile procedures, sonographic measurements, and invasive procedures are reviewed along with information concerning test taking skills. Topics include: patient care preparation/technique, laboratory values and indications, parenchymal diseases, masses of the abdomen, normal anatomy and physiology of abdominal organs, and pathology of the abdomen. Emphasis is placed on those items/issues/topics which are part of the certification examination.

Competencies Areas HoursPatient Care Preparation/Technique Class 2Laboratory Values and Indications D.Lab 0Parenchymal Diseases P.Lab/O.B.I. 0Masses of the Abdomen Credit 2Normal Anatomy and Physiology of Abdominal OrgansPathology of the Abdomen

Prerequisite: Sonographic Physics II, Abdominal Sonography and PathologyCorequisite:

DMS 213 – Comprehensive OB/GYN Registry Review

Course DescriptionProvides a review of basic knowledge from previous courses and helps the student prepare for national certification examinations for sonography. Information concerning test taking skills is also reviewed as well as physics, equipment/image manipulation, anatomy, pathology, scanning procedures, sterile procedures, sonographic measurements, fetal growth, and invasive procedures. Topics include: obstetrics; fetal abnormalities; patient care preparation/technique; technique, laboratory values, and indications; pelvic masses and abnormalities; and gynecologic anatomy and physiology. Emphasis is placed on those items/issues/topics which are part of the certification examination.

Competencies Areas HoursObstetrics Class 2Fetal Abnormalities D.Lab 0Patient Care Preparation/Technique P.Lab/O.B.I. 0Technique, Laboratory Values, and Indications Credit 2Pelvic Masses and AbnormalitiesGynecologic Anatomy and PhysiologyPrerequisite: Sonographic Physics II, Pelvic Sonography and Pathology, Normal Obstetrics, Fetal AnomaliesCorequisite:

DMS 214 - Clinical Sonography V

Provides a culminating hospital/clinic setting work experience for students to improve skills in performing procedures introduced during prior clinical and didactic classes. Emphasis is placed on refining scanning techniques, increasing speed, developing a critical thinking approach to sonographic scanning, and completing all clinical competencies. Equipment utilization and professional development through application of case studies reviews are included. Sonographic examinations are conducted under direct and indirect supervision. Topics include: refinement of equipment manipulation techniques and the role of the sonographer in performing interventional/invasive procedures.

Competencies Areas HoursRefinement of Equipment Manipulation Techniques Class 0Role of the Sonographer in Performing Interventional/Invasive Procedures D.Lab 0

P.Lab/O.B.I. 33Credit 11

Prerequisite: Clinical Sonography IVCorequisite:

Curriculum ModelSuggested Course Sequence

The standard curriculum for Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Degree program is set up on the quarter system. A suggested sequence for the programs is given below with area of specialization. Technical colleges may implement the program by using the sequences listed below or by using a locally developed sequence designed to reflect course prerequisites and/or corequisites.

Diagnostic Medical Sonography, DegreeSuggested Sequence

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ENG 191 Composition & Rhetoric I 5 0 0 5 5

MAT 191 College Algebra 5 0 0 5 5

PSY 191 Introduction to Psychology 5 0 0 5 5


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ENG 193 Composition & Rhetoric II 5 0 0 5 5

PHY 190 Introductory Physics 4 3 0 7 5


BIO 193 Anatomy and Physiology I 4 3 0 7 5Minimum Required Hours: 14 10 0 24 18

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SPC 191 Fundamentals of Speech 5 0 0 5 5

BIO 194 Anatomy and Physiology II 4 3 0 7 5AHS 109




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133Minimum Required Hours: 9 2 9 20 13

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Appendix C

Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Diploma and Degree

Suggested Equipment List

1. One ultrasound machine per 3 studentsA. Transducers

1. Abdominal deep penetration2. Abdominal high resolution3. Superficial/high resolution4. Endovaginal (optional)

2. Image recording system-minimum of one per ultrasound machineA. VCR and/or B. Thermal imager and/orC. Film cassette (dark room or film processing required) and/orD. CD and/orE. Electronic picture archival computer system (PACS) and/orF. Color printer and/orG. Radiographic laser printer (may require dark room)

3. GelA. Sterile and Non-sterile

4. Gel warmer5. Stand-off pads6. Transducer cleaner7. Cidex (antiseptic for endovaginal)8. Transducer covers 9. Appropriate endocavitary transducer covers10. Gloves

A. Latex, non-latexB. Powder, non-powderC. Sterile, non-sterile

11. Linens and gowns12. Stretchers/tables (one per ultrasound machine)13. Sterile trays for use with interventional sonography or component supplies 14. Simulated models for puncture 15. Appropriate physics QC phantoms15. Assorted biopsy needles16. View boxes17. Sharps boxes18. Lockable storage cabinets19. Anatomic models

A. Torso including organsB. Cross-sectional models C. Other models

D. Charts and graphs20. Ultrasound medical simulator21. Ergonomic devices22. Variable incandescent lighting23. Privacy curtains24. Image projection system (VCR/TV, CD, laser disc, Internet, teleradiology,

ELMO or equivalent, DVD)25. One computer per faculty member with Internet capability26. Faculty and classroom laser printers27. Miscellaneous office supplies28. Book shelves29. Sonographic resource library30. Lockable file cabinet for student records

Documents

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