Diagnostic Medical Sonography

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1 Diagnostic Medical Sonography 130 Diagnostic Medical Sonography Location: Trenholm Campus - Bldg. H Program Information Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) is a diagnostic procedure that uses high frequency sound waves to create detailed images of the human body. Sonographers use state-of-the-art technology to scan patients and obtain images of the abdomen, heart, blood vessels, and fetus to aid in the diagnosis of a disease. Sonography is a profession that requires a high degree of independence, judgment, knowledge, maturity, and stamina. The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is a skilled person qualified academically and clinically to perform ultrasound exams while working in close teamwork with a qualified physician. A sonographer has an in-depth knowledge of physics, disease processes, human anatomy, and sonographic technique necessary to create ultrasound images. Physicians depend on the sonographer s knowledge to evaluate normal and abnormal body parts. To work successfully, the sonographer must be a sensitive, caring individual dedicated to helping others. The role of ultrasound in medicine is continually growing. New applications and imaging equipment are in a constant state of development. Its continued growth and development are dependent on highly qualified and well-trained medical sonographers. With a current shortage of skilled health care workers, demand is high for sonographers across the country. Starting salaries vary greatly from one location to the next. Experience, position title, formal education, specializations, and time on the job tend to increase the sonographer s income. The program has a competitive admissions process. Occupational Choices Employment is projected to grow faster than average and job opportunities are expected to be favorable as sonography becomes an increasingly attractive alternative to radiologic procedures. More than half of all sonographers are employed by hospitals; the remaining are employed by offices of physicians, medical and diagnostic laboratories, and mobile imaging services. Diagnostic medical sonographers may specialize in obstetric and gynecologic sonography (the female reproductive system), abdominal sonography (the liver, kidneys, gallbladder, spleen, and pancreas), neurosonography (the brain), or breast sonography. In addition, sonographers may specialize in vascular technology or echocardiography. Source: Bureau of Labor and Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, Edition, 2010 Survey. Average Full-Time Wage The median annual wage of diagnostic medical sonographers was $64,380 in May The median wage is the wage at which half the workers in an occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less. The lowest 10% earned less than $44,900 and the top 10% earned $88,490. Source U. S. Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook, Edition, 2010 Survey Admission Criteria Applicants should complete and submit a Diagnostic Medical Sonography Application, copies of college transcripts, and ACT (Pre- scores directly to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Coordinator in addition to those submitted to the College s Admission Office. Minimum admission standards for the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program: 1. Unconditional admission to Trenholm State Technical College. 2. Completion of all prerequisite courses with a minimum of a C in the course. PREREQUISITES (21 hours) ORI-101 Orientation to College 1 ENG-101 English Composition I 3 PHY-115 Technical Physics 4 MTH-100 Intermediate College Algebra 3 BIO-201 Anatomy & Physiology I 4 PSY-200 General Psychology 3 HUM Humanities Elective 3

2 Diagnostic Medical Sonography Minimum ACT score of 19. Scores are valid for three years only from date of test administration. 4. Attain a minimum GPA of 2.5 or greater on a 4.0 scale with a grade of C or better on all general required prerequisite courses. GPA calculated for program selection will be on the general required prerequisite courses only. Math/Sciences courses must have been completed within seven years of the date of expected entry into the DMS program. 5. Be in good standing with college. 6. Completed and submitted application for the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program. Application packets submitted must contain the following documentation in order to be considered: DMS Program Application Copy of transcripts from ALL colleges previously attended Completion of ALL prerequisite courses Proof of ACT score of 19 or higher 7. Candidates must be able to meet all Technical Standards required of the program. Those Standards are as follows: Lift more than 50 pounds routinely. Push and pull routinely. Bend and stoop routinely. Have full use of both hands, wrists and shoulders. Distinguish audible sounds. Adequately view sonograms, including color distinctions. Work standing on their feet 80% of the time. Interact compassionately and effectively with the sick or injured. Assist patients on and off examining tables. Communicate effectively with patients and other health care professionals. Organize and accurately perform the individual steps in a sonographic procedure in the proper sequence. *Students in the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program must meet the following requirements which will be completed at the student s expense prior to and throughout enrollment in the program: a. Verify absence of use of drugs and alcohol by participation in random and scheduled drug/alcohol testing at the student s expense. b. Undergo a background screening. c. Provide proof of all vaccinations designated by the program. d. Purchase liability insurance through the college. e. Submit proof of completed CPR for Healthcare Providers course. f. Undergo a student physical administered by a physician. Admission to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program is competitive, and the number of students is limited by the number of faculty and clinical facilities available. Meeting minimal requirements does not guarantee acceptance. If the number of eligible applicants exceeds the space available applicants will be ranked using a point system based on: GPA, ACT scores and educational degrees completed. Awards Available Associate Degree in Applied Technology in Diagnostic Medical Sonography Estimated Program Length & Cost* Award Length Credit Hours Tuition Fees Books Tools Supplies Associate Degree *5 Terms 76 $10,260 $1,250 0 $350 (*including prerequisites) Additional Costs (some may be optional): ARRT licensure exam - $200 ARDMS Sonographic Principles & Instrumentation Exam - $200 ARDMS OB/GYN Exam - $250 ARDMS Abdominal Sonography - $250 Graduation fees - $35.00 * Tax not included. Prices are subject to change without prior notice; cost of books may vary considerably among suppliers. The length of the program is based on full-time status of credit hours per term. Enrollment in transitional level general education courses will alter the length of the program.

3 Diagnostic Medical Sonography 132 Requirements for Associate Degree in Applied Technology Diagnostic Medical Sonography General Education Prerequisites: ENG-101 English Composition I MTH-100 Intermediate Algebra BIO-211 Human Anatomy & Physiology for Health Occupations I or BIO-201 Human Anatomy and Physiology I PHY-115 Technical Physics or PHY-120 Introduction to Physics ORI-101 Orientation to College Note: These courses must be completed prior to entry into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program. General Education Co-requisites: BIO-103 Principles of Biology I PSY-200 General Psychology ART-100 Art Appreciation Note: These courses can be taken concurrently with the Diagnostic Medical Sonograpy program or may be taken prior to entering the program. MAJOR COURSES: First Semester DMS-202 Basic Sonography DMS-203 Sonographic Terms DMS-205 Abdominal Sonography I with Lab DMS-206 Gynecologic Sonography with Lab DMS-208 Sonography Clinic I DMS-215 Intro to Physics Second Semester DMS-207 Abdominal Pathology DMS-210 Introduction to Sonography Clinic DMS-216 Acoustic Physics & Instrumentation DMS-220 Obstetrical Sonography I DMS-225 Superficial Sonography DMS-230 Sonography Preceptorship I Third Semester BIO-103 Priniciples of Biology I PSY-200 General Psychology ART-100 Art Appreciation OR MUS-101 Music Appreciation DMS-221 Obstetrical Sonography II DMS-231 Sonography Preceptorship II Fourth Semester (Fall) DMS-232 Sonography Preceptorship III DMS-240 Sonography Seminar I DMS-241 Sonography Seminar II DMS-245 Sonography Conference DMS-250 Introduction to Advanced Sonography Total Hours: Credit Hours 76; Contact Hours 2,128

4 Diagnostic Medical Sonography 133 Course Descriptions for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) DMS-202 BASIC SONOGRAPHY COREQUISITE: DMS 203, DMS 205, DMS 206, DMS 208, DMS 215 This course will acquaint the student with acoustic sonography history and current practice, medical ethical issues; pertinent to sonography will be discussed. Topics covered will include the study of individuals key in the development of sonography, current discussion, role-playing and essay writing. Upon completion, students will be able to delineate sonographic history and identify and discuss issues pertinent to the profession. DMS-203 SONOGRAPHIC TERMS COREQUISITE: DMS 202, DMS 205, DMS 206, DMS 208, DMS 215 This course will provide the sonography student with a working knowledge of medical terminology and terminology utilized in the practice of sonography. The student will be expected to complete workbook/computer assignments. Upon completion students will be able to communicate and utilize medical terminology. DMS-205 ABDOMINAL SONOGRAPHY I with LAB COREQUISITE: DMS 202, DMS 203, DMS 206, DMS 208, DMS 215 This course will provide the student the sonographic technical skills needed to perform a diagnostic abdominal sonogram. Various protocols will be introduced for the routine examination as well as additional views needed to demonstrate pathology. The student will participate in classroom and lab demonstrations and will be required to develop a protocols notebook. At course completion the student will be prepared to perform a complete abdominal sonogram. DMS-206 GYNECOLOGIC SONOGRAPHY with LAB COREQUISITE: DMS 202, DMS 203, DMS 205, DMS 208, DMS 215 This course will familiarize the student with the transabdominal and transvaginal protocols of gynecologic scanning and common pathologies of the female reproductive system as seen on ultrasound. Lab values and patient history will be stressed as well as correlation with images from other modalities. The student will be able to perform a transabdominal pelvic sonogram at course completion. DMS-207ABDOMINAL PATHOLOGY COREQUISITE: DMS 210, DMS 216, DMS 220, DMS 225, DMS 230 PREREQUISITE: DMS 205 This course will provide the student with a working knowledge of the sonographic appearance and pathophysiology of common diseases and abnormalities of the abdomen. Associated history, symptoms, lab values, treatments and appearance on other imaging modalities will be demonstrated. The student will be required to conduct research for presentation. At course completion, students will be able to identify many major pathologies of the abdomen on sonograms. DMS-208 SONOGRAPHY CLINIC I COREQUISITE: DMS 202, DMS 203, DMS 205, DMS 206, DMS 215 This course provides students with the opportunity to use beginning sonographic skill in a clinical environment. At course completion, the student should be able to perform a right upper quadrant exam and a transabdominal pelvic ultrasound. Competencies will be required in all general specialties.

5 Diagnostic Medical Sonography 134 DMS-210 INTRODUCTION TO SONOGRAPHY CLINIC COREQUISITE: DMS 210, DMS 215, DMS 216, DMS 220, DMS 225, DMS 230 PREREQUISITE: DMS 202 This course will train the student in basic patient care skills and operational skills in the clinical environment. Topics such as body mechanics, patient assessment, emergency care, infection control, film processing and filing will be discussed. Upon completion the student should be able to administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation, take vital signs, move and assist patients and obtain patient history as well as produce hardcopy of exams performed. DMS-215 INTRO TO ACOUSTIC PHYSICS COREQUISITE: DMS 202, DMS 203, DMS 205, DMS 206, DMS 208 This optional course is a study and review of basic algebraic equations, word problem solving, metric unit conversions, binary numbers and logarithms usage. The student that completes this course successfully will be better prepared for entry into Acoustic Physics. DMS-216 ACOUSTIC PHYSICS AND INSTRUMENTATION COREQUISITE: DMS 207, DMS 210, DMS 220, DMS 225, DMS 230 PREREQUISITE: DMS 215 This course will provide the student with a knowledge of acoustic physics, instrumentation and quality assurance as applied to sonography. The physical nature of sound waves and how those waves interact with mediums and how they can be successfully utilized in diagnostic imaging will be studied. Upon completion the student will be able to produce sonographic images. DMS-220 OBSTETRICAL SONOGRAPHY I COREQUISITE: DMS 207, DMS 210, DMS 216, DMS 225, DMS 230 PREREQUISITE: DMS 206 This course will familiarize the student with the sonographic appearance of the gravid pelvis and normally developing fetus. Protocols for determining gestational age and fetal viability will be studied. Lab values associated with pregnancy will be covered. At completion, the student will be able to differentiate between normal and problem pregnancy progression. DMS-221 OBSTETRICAL SONOGRAPHY II COREQUISITE: DMS 231 PREREQUISITE: DMS 220 This course will educate students as to the sonographic appearance and correlated finding of several fetal anomalies. Genetic links with certain anomalies will be studied. The student will research and present materials of selected anomalies in class. At completion, student will identify anomalies that appear in fetal sonograms. DMS-225 SUPERFICIAL SONOGRAPY COREQUISITE: DMS 207, DMS 210, DMS 216, DMS 220, DMS 230 PREREQUISITE: DMS 205 This course will familiarize students with scanning protocols for the thyroid, parathyroid, breast, scrotum and male pelvis. Common pathologies will be discussed and correlated with other imaging modalities. Upon completion, students will identify protocols appropriate to specific techniques and will perform superficial sonograms. DMS-230 SONOGRAPHY PRECEPTORSHIP I COREQUISITE: DMS 207, DMS 210, DMS 216, DMS 220, DMS 225 PREREQUISITE: DMS 208 This course provides the student with the opportunity to develop sonographic skills in the clinical setting. The student will assist with and perform sonographic exams of the abdomen, pelvis, fetus and superficial parts. Upon completion of the course students will be able to demonstrate practical applications of general sonographic procedures.

6 Diagnostic Medical Sonography 135 DMS-231 SONOGRAPHY PRECEPTORSHIP II COREQUISITE: DMS 221 PREREQUISITE: DMS 230 This course provides a continuum in the development of sonographic skills in the clinical setting. Students will be able to perform more exams with less assistance from the supervising sonographer. Upon completion, students will demonstrate competency in abdominal, superficial parts, gynecologic and obstetrical sonography. DMS-232 SONOGRAPHY PRECEPTORSHIP III COREQUISITE: DMS 240, DMS 241, DMS 245, DMS 250 PREREQUISITE: DMS 231 This course will provide an in-depth practice of all general sonographic skills in the clinical setting. Competencies will be required in all general specialities. Upon completion the student will perform exams with little to no assistance from the supervising sonographer. DMS-240 SONOGRAPHY SEMINAR I COREQUISITE: DMS 232, DMS 241, DMS 245, DMS 250 PREREQUISITE: DMS 221 This course will provide review exercises for national registry in abdominal and superficial parts sonography. Computer testing will be practiced as well as written quizzes. Mock registries must be passed with a grade of 75% or better to complete this course. DMS-241 SONOGRAPHY SEMINAR II COREQUISITE: DMS 232, DMS 240, DMS 245, DMS 250 PREREQUISITE: DMS 221 This course will provide review exercises for national registry in acoustic physics and instrumentation, gynecologic and obsterical sonography. Computer testing will be practiced as well as written exams. Mock registries in acoustic physics and OB/GYN must be passed with a grade of 75% or better to complete this course. DMS-245 SONOGRAPHY CONFERENCE COREQUISITE: DMS 232, DMS 240, DMS 241, DMS 250 PREREQUISITE: DMS 231 This course allows the student to share interesting sonographic cases obtained during clinical rotations. The student will be required to present five cases with sonographic images, reports, patient history and symptoms and correlating reports from other exams/tests performed. The cases become the property of the school for use as future reference material. By the end of the term, students will have developed proficiency and expertise in case presentation. DMS-250 INTRODUCTION TO ADVANCED SONOGRAPHY COREQUISITE: DMS 232, DMS 240, DMS 241, DMS 245 PREREQUISITE: DMS 231 This course will introduce the student to vascular, cardiac, neurology, and orthopedic sonography. Advanced technologies in these fields will be researched. At completion, students will identify and describe skills and modalities in sonography.