SONO 2023 - Abdomen & Small Parts 3

Credit hours: 4

Prerequisites: SONO 2013 - Abdomen & Small Parts 2 

Industry Certifications American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography’s (ARDMS) Abdomen certification examination (though the learner is not eligible until completing a minimum of a 12-month accredited sonography program); and an introduction toward preparation of the ARDMS’s Pediatric Sonography examination.

Course Description:
The third of a three-course sequence; a continuation of SONO 2013 in the anatomic appearance and pathologic patterns of the abdominal organs. The student will also gain knowledge in the demonstration of anatomy and pathology of superficial structures (small parts) and specialized pediatric studies (e.g., neonatal neurosonography, hips, spine, pylorus).

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to:

Properly assess the GI Tract, utilizing sonographic technique.
Properly assess the thyroid, parathyroid and breast demonstrating the role that ultrasound plays to differentiate benign from malignant characteristics.
Compare techniques and procedures in scanning the pediatric patient with those for the adult patient.
List the variances in anatomic, physiologic, and pathologic considerations of the pediatric patient.
Describe the special preparation and protocols necessary to perform addressed pediatric exams.
View neonatal brain development and anatomical components to identify abnormalities that may be detected in neurosonography by ultrasound technique.
Review male reproductive physiology, particularly of the prostate and scrotum, in the context of ultrasound imaging.
Using sonographic knowledge gained to determine/differentiate testicular masses, especially in the younger age groups, define the various types of pathology of the scrotal contents that can be demonstrated by sonography .
Demonstrate techniques for imaging pediatric and miscellaneous superficial structures, otherwise uncommonly considered.
Build upon previous anatomic knowledge with current pathology knowledge, for formulation of an integrated educational process.