RENAL TECHNOLOGY/NEPHROLOGY 108 - Clinical Experience I

Institution:

City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College

Subject:

Description:

Observation of hemodialysis in medical units. Surgical principles and techniques, care and maintenance of the AV fstula, AV shunt, use of the AV fstula or shunt for hemodialysis, venipunc-ture techniques, types of access devices and accessories, Tomas femoral shunt, dual lumen catheter, types of water treatment delivery systems, blood pumps, interactions and seminars with nephrologist, social worker and dietician. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Admission into the Renal Technology program/plan 247 or 248. 1 lecture and 4 lab hours per week. 3 credit hours.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.ccc.edu/colleges/malcolm-x/pages/default.aspx

Phone Number:

(312) 850-7000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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