This course aims to introduce basic ultrasound as a preliminary imaging tool performed by veterinary nurses in a variety of clinical situations. It will include a revision of anatomy and highlight the importance of patient preparation and positioning.-
Preparing the patient, client, room, machine and equipment for an ultrasound examination.
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Understand what machine type you have in your practice, what probes you have available, and which cases they are most useful for.
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How to set up the ultrasound machine and understand which are the most important settings on the ultrasound machine and what effect they have on the image.
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Understand the movements and scanning planes of the probe.
- Course bookings may not be transferred to another participant without prior approval from Premier Skills Institute.
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Be able to understand the language of an ultrasound report.
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Understand when common artefacts occur.
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Scanning patients: Indications for abdominal and thoracic focused assessment with sonography for trauma.
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Probe positions and what to look for.
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Recognise the abdominal organ systems: liver and gallbladder, spleen, gastrointestinal tract, and urinary tract.
Cancellations & Refunds
Cancellations Within 28 Days of the Course
- Cancellations made within 28 days of the course date are not eligible for a refund.
Transfers
- Course bookings may not be transferred to another participant without prior approval from Premier Skills Institute.