SON2824L - Clinical Practicum III

24 hours Clinical, 3 credit(s)

Lower-Division College Credit

Prerequisite(s): SON 2814L

AA Elective: No

Academic Dean’s Contact Information

LAKELAND DEAN’S OFFICE: LLC 2255 PHONE: (863) 297-1024
WINTER HAVEN DEAN’S OFFICE: WSC 101 PHONE: (863) 297-1020

Course Description:
This course is a third clinical experience that continues to focus on competency of scanning skills including the technical and professional aspects of patient scanning in abdominal, obstetric, pelvic, and superficial structures.

Polk State College Mission and Program Outcomes

Polk State College, a quality-driven institution serving Polk County and beyond, transforms students’ lives through the power of teaching and lifelong learning by providing access to affordable associate and baccalaureate degree programs, career certificates, and workforce employment programs, delivered through various modalities and innovative technologies by diverse, qualified faculty and staff. In line with this purpose, Polk State’s Associate in Science and baccalaureate degree programs develop competence in various career-related skills. This course focuses on the development of competencies related to the following program outcomes:

Demonstrate professional judgment, ethical standards, and critical thinking skills expected of an entry level sonographer.
Communicate effectively in both oral and written formats.
Competently practice basic patient care skills.
Demonstrate correct ergonomic scanning techniques.
Identify normal and abnormal anatomy in the general concentration of ABD and OB/GYN Sonography.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of sonographic principles and instrumentation.

Course Objectives:

The student will understand the role of the sonographer in the health care setting.
The student will be able to describe standard protocols and perform required scans in the clinic setting.
The student will learn to identify normal and abnormal anatomy on scans that correlate to current didactic studies.
The student will practice good patient care skills and professionalism while in the clinic setting.

Course Content:

1. The student will understand the role of the sonographer in the health care setting.
              a. participate in department orientation
              b. observe procedures in routine ultrasound department
              c. understand proper room prep and patient set-up
              d. obtain patient history
              e. identify lab values for exams
              d. learn correct processing of scans and handling of hard copies
2. The student will be able to describe standard protocols and procedures and perform required scans in the clinic setting.
              a. identify protocols used in assigned clinic setting
              b. prepare room and machine for exam
              c. prepare and position patient for exam
              d. correctly record patient history and process scans correctly
3. The student will learn to identify normal and abnormal anatomy on scans performed in the clinic setting.
              a. explain proper procedures and protocols required for proper scanning
              b. identify normal and abnormal anatomy on ultrasound images
              c. perform proper positioning and scanning procedures
              d. properly complete and record exam
4. The student will practice good patient care skills and professionalism while in the clinic setting
              a. attend to the needs of the patient including comfort and safety
              b. practice proper infection control procedures and standard precautions
              c. maintain patient confidentiality
              d. follow medical-legal and department policies while at clinic
              e. follow preceptor’s instructions
              f. practice proper interpersonal relations with patients and staff

Textbook and Other Requirements

Textbook information is provided in the course syllabus, at the campus bookstore, on the campus bookstore website (www.polk.bncollege.com), or via the “Shop Textbooks” button on the PASSPORT schedule of classes.

College-Level Communication and Computation Skills

State Rule 6A-10.030 does not apply to this course.

Student Help

The professor is available for help during posted hours, and the student is encouraged to seek assistance whenever it is needed. To further the educational process, the Learning Resources Centers, comprised of the campus Teaching/Learning and Computing Centers (TLCCs), JD Alexander (JDA) Student Success Center, and campus libraries, are available for student use. Each resource provides qualified staff and up-to-date equipment and facilities to promote academic success. The TLCCs and JDA Student Success Center provide tutoring services, computing resources, and other instructional support. The library provides information resources, individual and group study space, research assistance, information literacy instruction, and computing resources. Each facility provides free wireless access to the Internet. The Polk State College Library, Student Success Center, and TLCC hours of operation and tutoring schedules are posted at each facility and on the College’s website.

Withdrawing From a Course

A student may officially withdraw from a course during any given term, provided he or she follows the appropriate policy and procedure. Following the conclusion of the Drop Period, a student may officially withdraw from any course without receiving a grade, provided this is done before the published withdrawal deadline. The published deadline reflects approximately (but no more than) 70% of the term, based upon the course’s scheduled duration. It is the student’s responsibility to submit these withdrawal forms; failure to do so may result in a grade of F in the course. Under the Forgiveness Policy, a student is allowed only three attempts in any one course: one initial enrollment and two repeats. A student is not allowed to withdraw from a third course attempt. Limited-admission programs may have specific guidelines regarding course withdrawal that vary from this policy; these guidelines are listed in each specific program’s handbook.

If a student stops attending class, the grade earned (usually an F) is assigned and posted. Prior to withdrawing from a course, the student should consult with the Financial Aid Office to determine what impact, if any, course withdrawal may have on his or her financial-aid status. A student cannot use course withdrawal to avoid academic dishonesty penalties. A student who is engaged in processes related to academic dishonesty in a course is not eligible to withdraw from the course.

A student who withdrawals or fails any DMS course during their first semester of the first year may return the following year on a “clinic space availability” basis with permission from the Program Director (remedial activities may be given at this time). A student who withdrawals or fails the same DMS course two times will be dismissed from the program. The student may reapply through the readmit application process within one year and is subject to the “clinic space available” basis with permission from the Program director. A student must successfully demonstrate the appropriate level clinical skills to the Clinical Coordinator prior to returning to the clinical setting after an absence of one semester or more.

Repeating a Course

Under the Forgiveness Policy, a student is allowed only three attempts in any one college-credit course: one initial enrollment and two repeats. Under certain circumstances, a student may petition to repeat a credit course beyond the third attempt. Limited-admission programs may have specific guidelines regarding course repeats that vary from this policy; these guidelines are listed in each specific program’s handbook. The student should be aware that repeating a course may result in a higher course cost. A course cannot be repeated unless the previously earned grade is a D, F, or W (the Polk State College Catalog provides further details regarding this process). Prior to repeating a course, the student should consult with the Financial Aid Office to determine what impact, if any, repeating the course may have on his or her financial-aid status.

Academic Dishonesty

The student is responsible for his or her work. It is assumed that each student is honest and abides by this standard; however, in the event that there is an indication or suspicion of cheating or plagiarism, the situation is dealt with in accordance with the published College policy. Copies of this policy are available in the Student Services Office. More specific information regarding academic dishonesty can be found in the instructor’s Course Syllabus.

Information Technology Access/Use Policy

The information technology resources provided by Polk State College (including, but not limited to, telephones, computers, the Polk State Local Area and Wide Area Networks, and the Internet) must be used for academic purposes only. Use of these resources is a privilege, not a right. Inappropriate use can result in revocation or suspension of this privilege.

Equal Access/Opportunity

Polk State College is an equal access/equal opportunity institution committed to excellence through diversity in education and employment. The College complies with all state and federal laws granting rights to students, employees, and applicants for employment or admission to the College. Polk State College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or pregnancy in its programs, activities, or employment.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies:
Valparisa Baker
Director of the Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (Title IX Coordinator)
999 Avenue H NE
Winter Haven, FL 33881
Office: WAD 227
Telephone: (863) 292-3602
e-mail: vbaker@polk.edu

Equal Opportunity For Students With Disabilities

The College complies with The Americans with Disabilities Act and provides equal educational opportunity for qualified individuals. A student with a disability who requires special accommodations or auxiliary aids under The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should contact the Coordinator or Director of Disability Services.

Note: Limited-admission programs may have performance restrictions that apply. Restrictions (where applicable) are outlined in each program’s student handbook.

Evaluative Criteria:

Tests, quizzes, individual assignments, projects, group activities, and a final.

Attendance:

Regular attendance is the student’s responsibility. If a student has excessive absences (more than 3 hours), he/she may be dropped from the course with a “W” grade before the withdrawal date. After the withdrawal date, a student may receive an “F” grade for the course for excessive absences (more than 3 hours accumulated since the beginning of the term).

Work Missed:

Procedures for work missed are determined by the instructor and specified in the course syllabus.

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