Credit Points 10

Legacy Code 401293

Coordinator Donna Oomens Opens in new window

Description This subject introduces students to the practice of vascular sonography. Students will learn how to acquire and optimise ultrasound images and to make basic measurements. In addition, they will learn to draw conclusions about vascular anatomy and function based on the images and measurements; and they will develop their professional and ethical skills through learning how to plan for and implement a vascular ultrasound examination in a safe and ethical manner. The skills learnt in this unit, which includes a work-integrated component, provide well-rounded, foundation skills in vascular sonography.

School Medicine

Discipline Radiography

Student Contribution Band HECS Band 2 10cp

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Level Postgraduate Coursework Level 7 subject

Co-requisite(s) RADI 5001

Restrictions

Students must be enrolled in 4765 Graduate Diploma in Vascular Sonography

Assumed Knowledge

Basic human anatomy & physiology and mathematics.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:

1. Acquire and appraise standardised ultrasound images using machine optimisation and transducer manipulation.
2. Implement appropriately selected anatomical and physiological measurement techniques in clinical practice.
3. Plan examinations and structure workflow to ensure best patient outcomes. 
4. Apply a legal, ethical and safe framework in professional practice.
5. Document initial clinical experiences and professional learning activities.

Subject Content

Module 1: Sonographic practice 1
I. Anatomical planes and sonographic nomenclature
II. Ultrasound machine operation

Module 2: Professional & Ethical practice 1
I. Planning and implementing an ultrasound examination
II. Legal and ethical practice
III. Work Health and Safety & ergonomics
Module 3: Speciality knowledge and imaging skills 1
I. Vascular anatomy - overview
II. Cardiovascular system 
III. Electrophysiology
IV. Non-imaging physiological testing 1
V. Image acquisition & measurement 1 
VI. Image acquisition & measurement 2
VII. Fundamental machine operation 1
VIII. Fundamental machine operation 2

Special Requirements

Legislative pre-requisites

Legislative requirements (such as a criminal record check) are not deemed necessary for students in the vascular ultrasonography course. For students who complete their clinical training in a NSW public hospital, the necessary legislative requirements will be part of their employment conditions. Clinical training for many of the students will be in a private setting, where the necessary requirements (which are likely to differ from public institutions) will be addressed as needed. Training for some students will occur in locations other than NSW (where legislative requirements can be competed if, and when required).