DMS274L

This laboratory provides hands-on experience to complement the theoretical knowledge gained in DMS 174. Students will practice performing pediatric and neurological ultrasound exams on infant models and simulators, focusing on the assessment of cranial structures, abdominal organs, and spinal cord. In this lab, students will refine their skills in specialized imaging techniques for evaluating conditions such as hydrocephalus, intracranial hemorrhage, and congenital anomalies. Emphasis will be placed on patient positioning, technique modification for pediatric patients, and optimizing image quality for accurate diagnostic results. Through supervised practice, students will gain confidence in performing and interpreting pediatric and neurological sonography exams in a safe, clinical environment. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography program, admission to the pediatric certificate program. Corequisite: DMS 274.