MCCCD Program Description

Patient Care in Diagnostic Sonography

Course: DMS101

First Term: 2014 Summer

Laboratory 1 Credit(s) 3 Period(s) 2.4 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S- Standard

Description: Safety procedures for the hospitalized patient. Transfer, moving and positioning techniques. Patent assessment methods and procedures. Protection of drains, tubes, intravenous lines, and infusion pumps. Gloving, gowning, and sterile procedures. Safe use and application of sonography equipment. Professional behavior and responsibility of the sonographer in the diagnostic imaging lab.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Demonstrate patient transfer and immobilization techniques with consideration to safety of patient and self. (I, II) 2. Discuss the use and care for intravenous lines, catheters, percutaneous drains, and oxygen administration devices. (III, IV, V) 3. Discuss transducer preparation, insertion, and disinfectant techniques. (VI) 4. Explain the importance of infection control, practicing proper techniques, and management and proper disposal of contaminated and biohazard materials. (VII) 5. Describe isolation precautions and aseptic techniques. (VIII, IX) 6. Discuss appropriate responses to condition specific medical emergencies. (X) 7. Identify various contrast media used with sonography and medical imaging procedures and their associated risks and contraindications. (XI) 8. List basic pharmacological agents that may be used with sonographic procedures, examinations, and emergency situations. (XII) 9. Analyze the significance of appropriate professional behaviors. (XIII) 10. Discuss critical thinking and its application to the healthcare environment. (XIV) 11. Define and apply medical terms. (XV) 12. Demonstrate effective acquisition and reporting of patient history, physical and sonographic findings. (XVI) 13. Discuss the components of an effective emergency preparedness plan. (XVII) 14. Demonstrate key skills of cultural competence. (XVIII)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Body Mechanics, Lifts, and Transfers A. Proper Body Mechanics B. Lifting C. Wheelchair Transfers D. Stretcher/Bed Transfers II. Immobilization Techniques A. Age Specific 1. Pediatric 2. Adult B. Mechanisms of Immobilization III.Patient Assessment and Administration of Care A. Vital Signs B. Special Considerations 1. Sedated 2. Unconscious 3. Cognitively impaired 4. Uncooperative 5. Ventilated C. Compassionate Care D. Patient Directives IV. Oxygen Therapy and Devices A. Types 1. Nasal cannula 2. Nasal catheter 3. Face mask 4. Oxygen tent 5. Pulse oximeter 6. Oxygen cylinders B. Precautions V. Tubes, Lines, and Indwelling Catheters A. Intravenous B. Urinary Catheters C. Wound Drainage D. Nasogastric Tube E. Gastrostomy Tube F. Endotracheal Tube G. Chest Tube H. Percutaneous Catheter I. Fetal Monitor J. Assist Devices K. Other VI. Transducer Care A. Types B. Preparation, Cleaning, Disinfection, and Storage VII. Infection Control A. Nosocomial Infections B. Signs and Symptoms C. Precautions 1. Standard precautions a. Hand hygiene b. Personal protective equipment 1) Masks 2) Eye protection 3) Gloves 4) Aprons/gowns c. Sharps management d. Biohazards 2. Transmission based precautions a. Airborne b. Droplet c. Contact VIII. Isolation Techniques A. General B. Reverse Isolation IX. Aseptic and Sterile Technique A. Medical, Surgical Asepsis 1. Proper attire B. Establish and Maintain Sterile Field C. Hand Wash Technique D. Sterile Environments 1. Intensive care unit (ICU) 2. Operating room (OR) X. Response to Medical Emergencies A. First Aid B. Emergency Cart C. Head injuries D. Shock E. Diabetic Crisis F. Respiratory Distress 1. Respiratory arrest G. Cardiac Arrest 1. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) H. Cardiovascular Event 1. Stroke 2. Transient ischemic attack (TIA) I. Minor Emergencies 1. Nausea and vomiting 2. Syncope 3. Seizures J. Wounds 1. Hemorrhage 2. Burns 3. Dehiscence 4. Ulcerations XI. Contrast Media A. Types 1. Intravenous injections 2. Other B. Risks and Contraindications C. Adverse Reactions and Patient Management XII. Basic Pharmacology XIII.Professionalism A. Professional Standards of Practice B. Code of Ethics C. Professional Image 1. Appearance and hygiene 2. Positive attitude D. Non-Discrimination E. Respect for Patient Dignity F. Barriers to Employment G. Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) XIV. Critical Thinking A. Problem Solving and Decision Making XV. Medical Terminology A. Word Roots, Prefixes, and Suffixes B. Definitions C. Pronunciations D. Abbreviations XVI. Patient Evaluation A. Patient Identification 1. Double identifier 2. Time out 3. Hand off B. Informed Consent C. Pertinent Medical History D. Critical Analysis of Patient History and Physical Findings 1. Medical record 2. Medical chart 3. Correlative diagnostic assessment reports E. Documentation of History and Sonographic Findings 1. Technical notes 2. Oral case presentation XVII. Emergency Preparedness XVIII. Cultural Competence A. Awareness of One`s Own Cultural World View B. Knowledge of Different Cultural Practices and World Views C. Attitude Toward Cultural Differences D. Cross-Cultural Skills

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: February 25, 2014

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