Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
ECNU-0069
Organization's ID:
V901
Organization:
Eastwick College-Nutley
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
6 weeks (30 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 2 Non-Invasive Echocardiography
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to introduce sonographic anatomy and applications for obtaining diagnostic images of the heart. Two-dimensional imaging of the parasternal long axis, parasternal short axis, and apical views will be introduced in the didactic and laboratory portion. Instrumentation, scan planes, 2-D (two-dimensional) calculations, and sonographic applications of the heart will be covered.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Extensively comprehend the principles of instrumentation to imaging
  • Identify sonographic anatomy of the heart in the PSLA (Parasternal Long Axis), PSSA (Parasternal Short Axis), and Apical views
  • Perform evaluation of the heart function with Wiggers Diagram, 2-D measurements, and segmental wall evaluation
  • Perform a diagnostic 2-Dimensional protocol of the heart

General Topics:

  • Anatomy of the heart, principles of instrumentation, sonographic imaging of the heart, and evaluate heart function
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Discussion
  • Laboratory
  • Lectures
Supplemental Materials