PSG 297B Polysomnography Practicum
This clinical practice experience is designed for the development, application, critical analysis, integration, synthesis and evaluation of concepts and theories in the performance of polysomnographic procedures. The planned clinical experience provides the student with the opportunity to observe and apply theoretical principles while performing procedures under supervision of the clinical staff. Progression in the program is dependent on the student demonstrating clinical competence on a specified number of competency evaluations, including the ability to communicate effectively and reassure patients; safely hook up and monitor patients; monitor and troubleshoot equipment during sleep studies.
Prerequisite
Required: Obtaining a High School Diploma or GED, securing transportation to/from the clinical site, having a current CPR card, passing a criminal background check, passing a drug screen, and obtaining all required immunizations necessary to work in a medical environment. Passing all previously taken Polysomnographic classes with a C or better.
Offered
Offered Winter only
Notes
Career Technical Education (CTE) Course
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
This clinical experience is designed for the development, application, critical analysis, integration, synthesis and evaluation of concept and theories in the performance of polysomnographic procedures. The planned clinical experience provides the student with the opportunity to observe and apply theoretical principles while performing procedures under supervision of the clinical staff. Progression in the program is dependent on the student demonstrating clinical competence on a specified number of competency, evaluations, including the ability to communicate effectively and reassure patients, safely hook up and monitor patients, monitor and troubleshoot equipment during sleep studies.