Textbook of Diagnostic Sonography, 7th edition, Sandra Hagen-Ansert

Textbook of Diagnostic Sonography, 7th edition, Workbook, Sandra Hagen-Ansert

Ultrasound Scanning, Principles and Protocols, 3rd Edition, Betty Bates/Tempkin

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\ DMSO 1405   Sonography of Abdominopelvic Cavity -  Introductory level

\ Course Description:  Normal and pathological abdominal and pelvic structures as related to scanning techniques, patient history and laboratory data, transducer selection, and scanning protocols.

\ End-of-Course Outcomes:  Identify the sonographic appearance of normal and abnormal abdominal and pelvic structures; demonstrate appropriate scanning techniques using standard protocol guidelines; evaluate patient history and laboratory data as it relates to ultrasound; and select appropriate transducer for area of interest.

\ Lab is associated with this course:  Hands-on scanning techniques, physics of sound, proper image production, patient modesty, exam protocols, critical thinking once scanning.

GRADING DISTRIBUTION

The final course grade will be computed as follows:

Average of Unit Examinations = 40%

Average Quizzes = 30%

(Homework average added to  Quiz average, and sum of both are averaged)

Final Comprehensive Examination (includes both written and lab exams) = 30%

I do not accept late work. If the assignment is not turned in by the due date, a grade of zero will be assigned.

Quizzes and in-class assignments cannot be made up. 

EVALUATION OF STUDENT PERFORMANCE

The course will consist of unit examinations, quizzes, homework, in class assignments and a comprehensive didactic and lab final examination.

Additional Student Resources:

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Additional Information:

Electronic devices which produce audible sounds must be silenced during all lecture presentations.  Also, text messaging during class and lab is absolutely prohibited

STUDY TIPS FOR ACADEMIC SUCCESS

This course is very technical and, as such, demands strong student study skills to complete the course satisfactorily. Sonography is NOT “rocket-science,” but it does require persistent and effective study to grasp and retain the information.The following study skill guidelines have been tested through many years, and when used consistently, have been proven to work. Of course, students have different learning styles. Therefore, all skills listed may not be appropriate for you. If you have already developed a study system that works, don’t change it!   If that is not the case, the you should give strong consideration to the adoption of one or more of these guidelines.

1.       Plan to study no less than two clock-hours each week for each hour of class time. If you are academically challenged you should spend even more time. Class time is used to collect notes — NOT to learn the greater part of the information.  Effective learning must continue to take place outside of the classroom.

2.       NEVER extend a study session beyond 30 minutes without taking a short break.  For most students, continuous studying without frequent short breaks generally serves little or no useful purpose. It is not usually possible for the average student to remain sufficiently focused beyond 30 minutes.

3.       During a study session, get active! Choose an area free of distractions and don’t get comfortable. Read your notes and the textbook out loud if the location permits. Using the additional sense of hearing further improves retention and learning.  Reading silently using only the sense of sight and limits learning ability. 

4.       Re-write your lecture notes within twelve hours. Notes taken during a lecture session must often be abbreviated to save time. This creates gaps in sentence and paragraph structure. Therefore, if a re-write does not occur relatively soon, gaps will be difficult to close later. Also, a re-write involves the sense of touch which improves retention and learning. When closing gaps, be sure to consult the textbook for additional information relative to the subject under study. A good dictionary can also be helpful.

 5.       Study with a classmate when possible.  For most students, group study reinforces learning.

6.       NEVER “cram” for tests. Cramming may work, but any success is only temporary since this study technique involves short-term memory. Use of long-term memory is absolutely necessary to successfully complete any course which requires a comprehensive final examination and a program of study where an overall program exit comprehensive examination and certification examination is also required. Instead of relying on a “crisis approach” to learning, stay organized and review often.

7.       Ask questions during class sessions and/or visit with the course instructor outside of class to clarify information that may be difficult for you to grasp. If necessary, seek advice from the instructor for making improvements. However, seeking advice during the final couple of weeks of the course is probably too late!

8.       Avoid, at all cost, a pessimistic attitude. Instead, THINK POSITIVELY! A person in very likely to mentally move in the direction he or she thinks about most often. When a subject seems overwhelming, don’t panic!  When the brain is in “panic mode,” it cannot simultaneously be in an effective learning mode. If panic develops, STOP!  Re-evaluate your study skills and make immediate changes that can remove or reduce the difficulty. Chances are, the panic is the result of not enough time set aside to learn the information.

9.       Improve your self-confidence! An excellent online tool to help build self-confidence can be seen at …

                                               http://www.mindtools.com/selfconf.html