SLEP 1101 - Polysomnography I

Institution:

Darton State College (Closed)

Subject:

Intro to Polysomnography

Description:

This course introduces the principles and practices of polysomnography. Topics covered in the course include: The history of sleep medicine and the development of current sleep study techniques, conducting a patient sleep history, physiological aspects of sleep, identification of sleep stages, identification and diagnosis of sleep disorders, patient preparation, equipment setup and calibration, recording and monitoring techniques, documentation, and professional issues pertaining to the field of polysomnography. The lab portion of the course will provide students hands on practice in the skills required in the sleep lab. Prerequisites: SLEP 1100, MATH 1001 or higher math, BIOL 1100K, and acceptance into the program. Corequisites: None. Offered: As needed.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.darton.edu

Phone Number:

(229) 317-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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