Diagnostic Medical Sonography students in 2+2 program with CU
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Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center
School of Diagnostic Medical Sonography
ABDOMINAL (Sonography) ULTRASOUND 2 –HSC 372
CREDITS:
3 Credits
Course Description:
This course focuses on the normal gross, cross-sectional, relational and sonographic anatomy of the
upper abdomen to include kidneys, spleen, adrenal glands and retroperitoneum. Physiology, pathology,
and related laboratory values are emphasized and correlated with sonographic findings. The use and
importance of color and spectral Doppler will be emphasized. Each student must formally present one
case study during this semester. Lectures are correlated with scan lab demonstration and practice for
each organ system.
Faculty: Denise Simeth, BS, RDMS, RVT, CNMT (414) 747-4344; [email protected]
Class Times:
Monday and Wednesday according to posted schedule
Office Location: Lower Level of School of Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Office Hours: Monday and Wednesday 7:30 – 4:00 by appointment
Carroll University contact:
Ms. Lynn M. Peterson, M.Ed., I (ASCP)SI, QCYM
Health Sciences and 2+2 Program Advisor
Carroll University Physical Therapy Building #116
Phone: 262-524-7281
E-mail: [email protected]
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Carroll University prerequisites for the program and
acceptance to the School of Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
Course Objectives:
1.
Review gross, cross-sectional and relational anatomy of the kidneys, adrenal glands, spleen, and
retroperitoneum
2.
Discuss the embryologic development of the kidneys, adrenal glands, spleen, and
retroperitoneum
3.
Describe affects of congenital anomalies and anatomical variances of the kidneys, adrenal
glands, spleen and retroperitoneum.
4.
Develop an understanding of the normal structure and physiology of the kidneys, adrenal
glands, spleen and retroperitoneum.
5.
Identify the normal sonographic appearance and echotexture of the kidneys, adrenal glands,
spleen and retroperitoneum.
6.
Participate in an in-depth discussion of common and rare pathologies that may affect the
kidneys, adrenal glands, spleen and retroperitoneum.
7.
Recognize the changes in sonographic appearance of organs affected by specific diseases.
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Correlate laboratory findings with individual organ systems (kidneys, adrenal glands, spleen and
retroperitoneum) and the pathologies that may affect them.
Develop the ability to logically determine possible differential diagnosis for given pathologies.
Discuss accepted scanning protocols.
Introduce the use of Doppler techniques to help assess normal anatomy of the abdominal blood
vessels and the organs they supply.
Describe the uses of Doppler for assessing vascular pathologies as well as pathologies affecting
individual organs and systems.
Use knowledge attained in this course to aid in the understanding of sonographic scanning and
patient care techniques
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Note: See individual lesson plans for individual course objectives.
Required Textbooks:
1. Abdomen & Superficial Structures 2nd edition, Kawamura
2. Sonography Introduction to Normal Structure and Function 2nd edition, Curry & Tempkin
3. Exercises in Ultrasonography 2nd edition, Curry & Tempkin
Evaluation System:
Program Standard
• The student must achieve a minimum of 85% (C) average in all academic and clinical courses in
order to earn course credits and remain in good standing.
• Failure to achieve the school standard of 85% will lead to disciplinary action, which may include
termination from the program.
Grading Scale
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All grades are determined as a numeric value and transferred to a letter grade.
The numeric, letter and descriptive relationships are as follows:
Numeric
Letter
Grade Point
Clinical Performance
Grade
Grade
100 - 95
A
4.0
Significant Strength
94 – 90
B
3.0
Proficient
89 – 85
C
2.0
Competent
Below 85
U
< 2.0
Needs Development
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The Academic Grade will be determined each semester using the following table and percentages. All
quizzes and assignments are averaged as one test grade for each course.
One (1) academic credit is equal to a minimum of 25 lecture hours and independent study.
Course
Tests
Final
Mock
Case
Quizzes
1
Final
Study
Assignments
Abdomen 1
75%
25%
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Abdomen 2
60%
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25%
15%
Course Outline:
1. Renal Anatomy and Scan Technique
2. Renal Physiology and Laboratory Values
TEST 1
3. Renal Pathology 1
4. Renal Pathology 2
TEST 2
5. Spleen/Lymphatic system Anatomy, Pathology and Scan Technique
6. Retroperitoneum: Anatomy, Pathology and Scan Technique
7. Adrenal Anatomy, Pathology and Scan Technique
TEST 3
8. GI Tract Anatomy, Pathology and Scan Technique
9. Visceral Vascular Anatomy, Pathology and Scan Technique
TEST 4
FINAL 2
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Student Responsibilities:
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All assigned work must be completed on time.
Reading assignments should be done prior to class
Class attendance is mandatory. Excused absences are allowed.
It is the responsibility of the student to make up work and examinations when returning from an
excused absence or illness.
5. Class participation is mandatory.
The instructor and the university reserve the right to modify, amend, or change the syllabus (course
requirements, schedule, grading, etc.) as the curriculum and/or program require(s).
Students with documented disabilities who may need accommodations or any student considering
obtaining documentation should make an appointment with Ms. Martha Bledsoe, Director of Services
for Students with Disabilities, no later than the first week of class. She can be reached by calling 262524-7335 or contacting her via email at [email protected].
The Carroll University Academic Integrity Policy is located in your student handbook (pages 30-34). I
encourage you to familiarize yourself with it. http://www.carrollu.edu/studentlife/
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