CVI 135L - Invasive Diagnostic Procedures II Lab

1 Credit Hours

This course is a comprehensive practical study of the role of the Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist in diagnostic procedures. Students will continue to develop vascular access skills, including the radial arterial approach, and trouble shooting techniques. During this course, students will perform procedural imaging utilizing x-rays. They shall become more familiar with the cardiac anatomy as it relates to the recorded image. The students will also develop procedural support skills including selection of diagnostic equipment, assessment of invasive cardiovascular patient, and selection and administration of procedural related medications. The student will be evaluated on their ability to perform, within controlled and simulated environments, the various diagnostic procedures for which the CV technologist is responsible.

Prerequisites: CVI 103 L
Corequisites: CVI 133, CVI 133 L, CVI 135 Check course scheduling information | Check course textbook information