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MEDS12002 Abdominal Ultrasound

Course details

Students will be able to critically assess the normal and abnormal sonographic image of the abdomen and male pelvis by using skills and knowledge of anatomical, pathological and physics principles. Students will learn strategies to use with all types of patients including geriatric and paediatric patients. They will become familiar with the link between embryology and human development and will learn to interpret requisitions and laboratory data relevant to a patient. Using correct sonographic terminology, students will create a written technical impression of a case. Practical and laboratory exercises will be incorporated as part of the learning process.


Course at a glance
Career: Undergraduate
Credit points: 6
Requisites: Successful completion of Year 1 of the CG91 Bachelor of Medical Sonography/Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Sonography program
Student Contribution Band: 2
EFTSL: 0.12500
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2012 Term One MKY
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