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Chapter 1

Nuts and bolts of ultrasound-guided procedures

Begin your journey to procedural US mastery in this chapter. Learn about doppler functions, transducers, in plane/out of plane techniques, and optimization of US views.
9 Lessons
26:13 min
Nuts and bolts of ultrasound-guided procedures intro
0:15 min
Mastering the basic techniques and modes
4:21 min
Interpreting artifacts
6:02 min
Optimizing your ultrasound images
4:05 min
Using the different ultrasound modes
3:56 min
Preparing for a sterile procedure
1:38 min
Orienting your probe to visualize the needle
3:51 min
Benefits of ultrasound guidance
2:05 min
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Chapter 2

Ultrasound guidance for central line placement

Don’t let your central line placement efforts be in vain. Learn how to reduce complications and find important structures of the neck, anterior chest, and femoral region using US.
8 Lessons
29:12 min
Ultrasound guidance for central line placement intro
0:18 min
Differentiating between arteries and veins
4:19 min
Imaging the lateral neck
7:37 min
Imaging the anterior upper chest
5:58 min
Mastering the ultrasound anatomy of the groin
3:21 min
Mastering ultrasound guidance for central line placement
4:50 min
Avoiding common complications
2:49 min
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Chapter 3

Ultrasound guidance for paracentesis

Perfect your paracentesis technique. In this chapter, you’ll learn how to identify pockets of fluid in the abdomen, perform paracentesis procedures, and avoid common mistakes.
6 Lessons
15:42 min
Ultrasound guidance for paracentesis intro
0:18 min
Identifying ascites on ultrasound
5:49 min
Recognizing the decoys
3:03 min
Mastering ultrasound guidance for paracentesis
4:10 min
Troubleshooting and avoiding common pitfalls
2:22 min
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Chapter 4

Ultrasound guidance for thoracentesis and intubation

Breathe easy knowing you’ll master thoracentesis by the end of this chapter. Learn how to identify pleural effusion, neck structures, and perform thoracentesis with the help of US.
7 Lessons
18:24 min
Ultrasound guidance for thoracentesis and intubation intro
0:22 min
Identifying thoracic anatomy on ultrasound
4:53 min
Identifying pleural effusions on ultrasound
4:22 min
Mastering ultrasound guidance for thoracentesis
2:16 min
Localizing the endotracheal tube on ultrasound
3:07 min
Troubleshooting complications
3:24 min
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Chapter 5

Ultrasound guidance for lumbar puncture

Peek before you poke! Perfect your lumbar puncture with US by learning how to find the spinous process and dura mater, position your patient correctly, and fix common complications.
6 Lessons
9:15 min
Ultrasound guidance for lumbar puncture intro
0:12 min
Identifying the lumbar spine on ultrasound
1:46 min
Using ultrasound to set the mark
2:52 min
Positioning your patient
2:02 min
Mastering the tricks of the trade
2:23 min
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Chapter 6

Ultrasound guidance for subcutaneous abscess management

Don’t let abscess management get under your skin. Learn how to identify superficial tissue structures and subcutaneous abscesses, and then use US to guide incision and drainage.
6 Lessons
8:39 min
Ultrasound guidance for subcutaneous abscess management intro
0:18 min
Imaging soft tissues
1:40 min
Identifying abscesses
2:45 min
Guiding incision and drainage with ultrasound
2:10 min
Avoiding complications
1:46 min
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Chapter 7

Ultrasound guidance for arthrocentesis

Get into a joint with total ease after completing this chapter. Learn how to use US to identify structures of the knee, avoid complications, and guide a successful arthrocentesis.
5 Lessons
6:40 min
Ultrasound guidance for arthrocentesis intro
0:13 min
Identifying structures of the knee on ultrasound
2:17 min
Avoiding complications
1:49 min
Guiding arthrocentesis with ultrasound
2:21 min
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Chapter 8

Important considerations for performing ultrasound-guided procedures

Cap off your procedural US journey with this chapter. Learn how to adjust for patient health literacy, gain informed consent, improve procedural safety, and document your findings.
8 Lessons
16:10 min
Important considerations for performing ultrasound-guided procedures intro
0:20 min
Talking to your patients
4:06 min
Explaining the procedure fully
2:43 min
Embracing a culture of safety
3:26 min
Explaining ultrasound guidance to patients
2:35 min
Mastering image storage and documentation
2:42 min
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Procedural Ultrasound Masterclass outro
0:18 min
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