SONO 2003 - Abdomen & Small Parts 1

Credit hours: 3-4

Prerequisites: Admission into Sonography Program, BIOL 2010 - Anatomy and Physiology I and BIOL 2020 - Anatomy and Physiology II

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

Course Description:
The first of a multi-course sequence that will include the abdominal organs, both normal anatomy, physiology, and pathology; as well as specified superficial structures in normal and abnormal presentation and variation, from the sonographic assessment perspective.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to:

Evaluate patient clinical and laboratory histories to properly scan appropriate anatomic areas.
Utilize the proper scanning protocol, according the necessity of the examination.
Document appropriate images and measurements associated with the sonographic examination.
Expand the scope of the study, as recognized, beyond the basic protocol.
Differentiate various masses, abnormal development, anomalies, or variants within the scope of the study.