Gulfcoast Introduction to 2D/M-Mode Adult Echocardiography (Videos+PDFs)
- Format:Â 3 Video Files (.mp4 format) + 1 PDF file.
Introduction to 2D/M-Mode Adult Echocardiography
Introduction to 2D/M-Mode Adult Echocardiography Training Video is designed for the clinician that has the desire to improve knowledge and competence in performing and interpreting a transthoracic echocardiogram.
Video Length:Â 1:51:00
OBJECTIVES
- Cite the indications and advantages of performing a comprehensive transthoracic echocardiogram.
- Identify and describe normal cardiac anatomy, cardiac physiology and cardiac circulation.
- List the normal 3-lead ECG components and its role in echocardiography
- Demonstrate proper probe orientation and essential scanning maneuvers to optimize imaging in each window.
- Perform a routine 2-D cardiac ultrasound evaluation.
- Apply the routine 2-D and M-mode measurements.
- Increase knowledge/competence to better perform and/or interpret a routine transthoracic echocardiogram.
TARGET AUDIENCE
Sonographers, physicians, nurse practitioners, PA’s and other medical professionals who seek to integrate the transthoracic echocardiogram into the clinical setting. Physicians may include (but are not limited to) emergency medicine, critical care, family medicine, internal medicine and radiology.
ACCREDITATION STATEMENT
The Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute designates this enduring material for a maximum of 2.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
This course also meets CME/CEU requirements for ARDMS. Note: While offering the CME credit hours noted above, activities are not intended to provide extensive training or certification for exam performance or interpretation.
Topics/Speaker:
- Indications and Sound Fundamentals
- Cardiac Anatomy
- Electro-Physiology
- The Comprehensive Exam
- 2D and M-Mode Measurements
