DMS122-123 – Medical Terminology 1 and 2

Sonography students will learn to assess clinical history, current medical conditions, provide high quality patient care, respond to emergency situations, demonstrate awareness of infection control techniques and provide a safe environment for both the patient and health care team. Students will also learn that oral, written and non-verbal communication must adhere to the prescribed professional standards. Patient transfer and immobilization techniques with consideration of patient and practitioner safety, use and care for intravenous lines, catheters, percutaneous drains, and oxygen administration devices, transducer preparation, insertion, and disinfectant techniques, importance of infection control will also be covered.  This course is a continuation of Patient Care 1.

Prerequisite: DMS121