PSG 111 - Polysomnography Lab I

Institution:

Somerset Community College

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Description:

Hours: 1 Course ID: 005277 Provides practical experience on the equipment used during a standard sleep study. The set-up, calibration attachment, artifact recognition and troubleshooting of electroencephalographic (EEG), electro-oculographic (EOG), electromyographic (EMG), pulse oximetry (SpO2), body position, airflow, chest and abdominal movement detection equipment as well as the application of positive airway pressure and oxygen used in therapeutic interventions will be included. Laboratory exercises to develop effective patient-technologist interactions will also be included. Laboratory: 1 credit (60 contact hours). Prerequisite: (BIO 137 and (MT 110 or MT 145 or MT 150) with a grade of C or better) or consent of the instructor. Component: Laboratory

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1.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.somerset.kctcs.edu/

Phone Number:

(877) 629-9722

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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