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MEDS13005 Paediatric Sonography

Course details

This course provides an introduction to the ultrasound of the paediatric patient, which is a unique body of knowledge. It introduces the student to paediatric anatomy, the sonographic appearance of normal and abnormal structures, sonographic techniques and procedures, identifying relevant pathologies and creating oral and written technical reports appropriate to the field of paediatric sonography. This course identifies family-centred, holistic communication and care strategies employed in the appropriate care of the paediatric patient. The student will be introduced to the ethical, medico-legal and professional issues relevant to the paediatric patient.


Course at a glance
Career: Undergraduate
Credit points: 6
Requisites: MEDS12002 Abdominal Ultrasound and MEDS12004 Clinical Sonography, Abdominal and Superficial Structures and MEDS13001 Ultrasound of Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
Student Contribution Band: 2
EFTSL: 0.12500
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Course availability
Term Campus
2013 Term Two FLEX
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