NDT 2450 Nerve Conduction Studies
This course provides a foundational overview of nerve conduction studies and electromyography, focusing on equipment use, stimulation site placement, and error prevention. Topics include the electronics and pathology of nerve conduction studies, identification of normal and abnormal findings, anatomy relevant to entrapment sites, and waveform analysis. Case presentations are incorporated to enhance clinical understanding. Two classroom, two lab hour per week.
Division: Health Sciences
Department: Neurodiagnostic Technology
Repeatable Credit: No
Offered Online: No
Prereqs: BIO 1222 and NDT 1250 Restricted to Majors
Outcomes
- Identify neuromuscular disorders.
- Describe the principles of stimulation and accurate placement of recording electrodes and the measuring of waveforms and distance used in routine nerve conduction studies.
- Identify the anatomy and physiology of selected muscles and nerves.
Credit Hours: 3
Classroom Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2