ICVT1441

Introduction to Clinics explores the main ideas and basic concepts of an entry-level CVT (Cardiovascular Tech). Learners will perform tasks related to vital signs, sterile technique, and patient transfers. Additional topics will include death and dying, universal precautions, and ethical theory and concepts. Lecture and simulated laboratory experience prepare the student to perform patient care utilizing critical thinking and clinical skills.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:

• Identify current safety and infection control standards established by OSHA, CDC, and other agencies.
• Compare and contrast the links of the chain of infection and their role in the disease process.
• Describe the correct patient-transfer methods utilizing proper body mechanics.
• Demonstrate how to measure vital signs.
• Demonstrate an understanding of universal precautions.
• Identify responsibilities in various medical situations, i.e., emergencies, dressings and drains, latex allergies.
• Demonstrate basic sterile technique by performing open gloving technique, establishing, and maintaining a sterile field as well as introducing items on the sterile field.
• Differentiate between "confidential information" and "confidentiality".
• Distinguish between ethical situations and ethical problems.
• Define patient confidentiality.
• Explain the main ideas of the basic concepts an entry-level CVT will acquire, i.e., basic knowledge of EKG, basic knowledge of radiation, catheterization lab etiquette, CVT job roles, and sheath insertion.