CVI 134 - Invasive Cardiovascular I

3 credit hours

A comprehensive study of the role of the Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist. An introduction to the catheterization laboratory that will include: an indication to procedures, contraindications, complications and risks, catheterization laboratory data and special preparations. Students will have an introduction to arterial and venous access via: the percutaneous radial, femoral and brachial approaches, the brachial cut-down approach and problems of vascular access. There will be an introduction to the various supplies needed for diagnostic procedure cardiac angiography and x-rays images. They shall become more familiar with the cardiac anatomy as it relates to the recorded image. Skill methods of interpretation and calculation of left ventricular function will be also developed. The student shall perform, within the lab in simulated situations, the various positions for which the CV technologist is responsible. Prerequisites: Core, HC 121; Corequisites: CVI 134