Course Summary
The purpose of this activity is to provide learners with knowledge and competence in the use of ultrasound techniques in emergency situations
Target Audience
This internet-enduring material is designed for physicians, mid-level providers, and nurses practicing in the specialty of emergency medicine, critical care, and resuscitation.
Learning Objectives:
Upon 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
