Description
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: DMS 108, DMS 233, DMS 239, DMS 243
This course will introduce the multispecialty sonography student to vascular sonography. It will include the hemodynamics and physiology of the vascular system. The student will be introduced to normal l vasculature and the differentiation between the venous and arterial systems. Discussion will include the clinical signs and symptoms and the appropriate diagnostic testing and treatment of various vascular diseases. Emphasis will be placed on the functional workings and settings associated with vascular procedures. Students will participate in an on-line discussion forum by posting case studies and responding to peers case studies and questions according to the discussion format guidelines and rubric.