PSG 101 - Polysomnography I

Institution:

Southwest Virginia Community College

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Description:

(3-4 cr.) Surveys the dynamics of normal and abnormal human sleep and the practice of sleep diagnosis and treatment. Studies methods of aquisition, diagnosis, and treatment of sleep disorders. Includes the practice in the use of polysomnographic equipment. Familiarizes students with medical terminology, intrumentation setup and calibration, recording and monitoring techniques, documentation, professional issues, and patient-technologist interactions related to polysomnographic technology. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 0-3 hours. Total 3-6 hours per week.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sw.edu

Phone Number:

(276) 964-2555

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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