Description
Course SummaryThe purpose of this activity is to provide learners with knowledge and competence in the use of ultrasound techniques in emergency situations
Target AudienceThis internet-enduring material is designed for physicians, mid-level providers, and nurses practicing in the specialty of emergency medicine, critical care, and resuscitation.
Learning ObjectivesUpon completion of this activity, you should be able to:
- Categorize undifferentiated shock via an algorithmic approach
- Identify pneumothorax and interstitial syndrome with lung ultrasound
- Identify the signs of obstructive shock (tamponade & PE)
- Qualitatively assess LV function
- Assess the IVC
- Assess volaemia and fluid responsiveness potential
Program
Module 1: Introduction & Lung Ultrasound
- Lecture: Introduction & Lung
- Tutorial: Lung
- Tutorial: Pleural Effusions
Module 2: Subcostal and IVC
- Lecture: Subcostal & IVC
- Tutorial: Subcostal View
- Tutorial: Inferior Vena Cava
Module 3: Focused Cardiac Ultrasound
- Lecture: Focused Cardiac
- Tutorial: Parasternal Long Axis View
- Tutorial: Parasternal Short Axis View
- Tutorial: Left Lateral Decubitus Positioning
- Tutorial: Apical Four-Chamber
Module 4: Algorithmic approach to shock
- Lecture: At the Bedside
- Tutorial: Algorithmic Approach to Shock
Module 5: Cases
- Lecture: Case Discussion
- Lecture: Conclusion
