Dr. Ezekiel R. Dumke College of Health Professions 451 Course Descriptions - MSRS Master of Science in Radiologic Sciences Program MSRS 6100 - Research Methods Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] This course assists students to critique, evaluate, and use research within their health science education careers. The research process including the theoretical/conceptual basis of health sciences research, methods, and critique strategies are examined in detail. There is a focus on evaluation of published research reports to evaluate the appropriateness of application of findings to clinical practice. This course is cross-listed with MSN 6100 . MSRS 6120 - Research and Statistics Credits: (3) Typically taught: Spring [Full Sem] This course focuses on the development of research skills used to evaluate data in support of the utilization of findings in clinical practice. Skills related to statistical analysis of quantitative data will be emphasized. Parametric and non- parametric methods of statistical analysis will be discussed. This course is cross-listed with MSN 6120 . MSRS 6130 - Functional Hemodynamics Credits: (3) Typically taught: Spring [Full Sem] This course offers the fundamental principles and indications for invasive hemodynamic monitoring. The indications, possible contraindications and possible complications involved with the insertion of central Venous lines, arterial lines, Pulmonary artery catheters and ICP monitoring with the expected CVP, RV, PAP, PCWP, CO and CI reading, waveforms and troubleshooting. MSRS 6140 - Clinical Laboratory Correlation Credits: (3) Typically taught: Spring [Full Sem] This course covers the concepts, analytical methods and clinical correlation of laboratory values as they relate to radiographic imaging, pathology and patient history. MSRS 6200 - Health Behavior and Managerial Epidemiology Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] The course addresses the integration of epidemiology into strategic planning and managerial decision-making in health services organizations. Epidemiological principles and tools of investigation from clinical and managerial perspectives are addressed. Course work includes environmental analysis of health behaviors and lifestyle that impact demand on health care delivery systems. The student will evaluate models for integration of health services, preventive programs, demand management, and policy issues affecting continuity of care. This course is cross-listed with MHA 6000 . MSRS 6443 - Clinical Pathways Credits: (3) Typically taught: Spring [Full Sem] Studying clinical pathways for patients based on disease processes and trauma. MSRS 6450 - Managing Health Information Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Introductory course that provides basic vocabulary and principles of modern information architectures. Computer networking and communication technologies needed to support modern information infrastructures. Differences between integrated and quilted systems are examined. Emphasis on management and use of information to support management decision making. This course is cross-listed with MHA 6450 . MSRS 6463 - Problem Patient Management Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Determination of pathological conditions utilizing problem- solving case studies. MSRS 6473 - Vascular Non-Invasive Imaging Procedures Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Patient preparation and performance of medical imaging vascular non-invasive procedures are presented. MSRS 6863 - Vascular Invasive Imaging Procedures Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Patient preparation and performance of medical imaging vascular invasive procedures are presented. Weber State University 2013-2014 Catalog