Fall Semester 2018 Catalog

DMSO 1070 PELVIC SONO & 1ST TRI OBSTETRI

Credits

3

This course introduces gynecology physiology, pathology, and pathophysiology along with normal and abnormal embryonic and fetal development during the first trimester using diagnostic medical sonography. Topics include: the role of the sonographer in obstetric imaging; antepartum obstetric sonography evaluation; Doppler imaging for the obstetric patient; significant laboratory values in early pregnancy; anatomy, physiology, pathology, and pathophysiology of the female pelvis; gynecologic patient care and imaging techniques; clinical complications; prudent use; and performance standards and documentation.