SON 2171L - Vascular Sonography I Lab

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: SON 1000, SON 1113, and SON 1211 with a grade of “C” or higher.
Corequisite: SON 2171
This course provides a laboratory environment for the student to gain skills in the use of fundamental ultrasonic equipment designed to detect blood flow in cerebrovascular arteries as well as the veins of the upper and lower extremity. Students will be taught scanning protocols for the carotid duplex exam, lower and upper extremity venous. Focus will be on image optimization, identification of normal anatomy, demonstration of physics principles and patient positioning.

Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

Contact Hours: 2