VAS - 321L Patient Care Practices Lab

Basic care of the vascular laboratory patient is presented in the didactic course and practiced in this laboratory course. Activities are provided to practice skills in providing basic physical comfort and care of the patient, transportation, CPR training, universal precautions and practice in communication skills. The student will also be introduced to other medical devices that they may encounter during patient testing, such as catheters, drains, respirators, etc., and learn how to test and manage care around these devices within the scope of practice for a vascular sonographer. Credit Hours: (1)