Critical Care Ultrasonography: Module 4 - Point-of-Care Abdominal Ultrasonography

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On-Demand

Expires on Dec 21, 2024

Credit Offered

1 CME / CE Credit

1 MOC Point

1 RN Credit

1 PA Credit

1 AANPCB Credit

Abdominal ultrasonography is a key component for assessment of the critically ill patient. This module will review the important elements of abdominal ultrasonography relevant to the intensivist as defined by the ACCP/SRLF Statement, using a combination of pre-course reading, video image correlation, and case-based demonstrations.

Use appropriate equipment and scanning techniques for best quality abdominal ultrasound.
Identify, localize, and characterize ascites
Identify a safe site for performance of paracentesis.
Use ultrasonography to examine kidneys, bladder, and aorta.