Textbook of Diagnostic Sonography

Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Issues in Sonography

Objectives On completion of this chapter, you should be able to: Discuss the history of work-related musculoskeletal disorders in sonography Define Occupational Safety and Health Administration and discuss its role in sonography Define common types of work-related injury for sonographers…

Essentials of Patient Care for the Sonographer

Objectives On completion of this chapter, the reader should be able to: Discuss nonscanning aspects of being a sonographer Define patient-centered care Describe patient transfer techniques Demonstrate proper placement of a blood pressure cuff on the arm Discuss the importance…

Foundations of Clinical Sonography

Objectives On completion of this chapter, you should be able to: Describe the role of the sonographer and the career path Know the historical developments in medical ultrasound List the basic principles and terminology of medical ultrasound Identify the transducers…