Sleep Technology (Polysomnography) - Internship 1

Internship 1 (PSOM 1650)

Total Credits: 2
Internship/Practicum Credits: 2.00

Description: In this introductory internship, you will prepare patients for Polysomnographic monitoring and therapeutic interventions in the setting of an accredited clinical sleep laboratory. You will practice patient care, education and safety, and you will prepare and initiate routine sleep studies in patients of all ages. Must be taken Pass/Fail.

Topical Outline:

Learning Outcomes:
1. 1. Verify the components of the medical record necessary to perform a sleep study, including physician orders, patient history and medications
2. 2. Select and calibrate appropriate equipment and montages for a sleep study
3. 3. Explain and document procedures and patient assessments, taking into account special precautions as well as physical, cognitive and emotional needs
4. 4. Apply electrodes and attach ancillary recording equipment on patients of all ages using effective infection control and safety precautions
5. 5. Perform physiological calibrations and lights out procedures

Co-requisites: 

PSOM 1660. Clear background check.