DUTEC 171 - Ultrasound Physics & Instrumentation II

3 CR

Continues DUTEC 170. Topics include Doppler effect, Doppler techniques, acoustic power, fluid dynamics, and quality assurance procedures.

Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program or permission of program chair.

Course Outcomes

Demonstrate an understanding of the Doppler effect and its application in diagnostic medical sonography.
Optimize Doppler information displayed on the monitor from the patient/client being studied.
Identify the basic components of the circulatory system.
Demonstrate a basic understanding of hemodynamics regarding flow parameters.
Identify and describe the information obtained in a spectral analysis and identify underlying hemodynamic conditions.
Demonstrate an understanding of artifacts encountered with the use of Doppler ultrasound.
Demonstrate a basic undertanding of bioeffects associated with the use of Doppler ultrasound and safety steps that need to be followed
clinically.

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