PRAC-4021Cardiac Sonography Practicum 2
While participating in Echocardiogram examinations performed in the clinical sites Echocardiography Department (under direct clinical supervision) students will build upon the theoretical knowledge gained from the didactic phase of the program. Skills learned in the first practicum are expanded upon, and an increasing level of independence from novice to entry to practice should be demonstrated. Throughout this course, students will continue to scan patients - gaining hands-on experience, while applying and strengthening: theoretical knowledge, recognition of theoretical pathology, patient care skills, patient history taking, the completion of a cardiac technical impression, case presentation to a Cardiologist as required, all while participating in all aspects of an Echocardiography Department.