Pet Ultrasound – FAST
Gain confidence in performing and interpreting the views of the Pet FAST exam for quick and accurate diagnosis in trauma. Learn how to use your machine to get the best images possible to make an accurate diagnosis.
With a guaranteed 5:1 learner:tutor ratio, you’ll develop real clinical skills with lots of hands-on practice using human patient models. By not having to worry about sedating animal patients you’ll get unlimited practice without compromise. Take your practice to the next level…
Objectives
On completion of this two-day clinically focused ultrasound program, learners will
- Use ultrasound system controls to optimise imaging for accurate diagnosis
- Develop proficiency in probe manipulation to efficiently acquire diagnostic images
- Describe the limitations and clinical integration of the A-FAST and T-FAST ultrasound examination
- Apply the A-FAST and T-FAST protocol to conduct a systematic ultrasound assessment of a trauma patient
CME recognition
Features
- Modules (total) 4
- Skill level All
- Duration (days) 2
- Lectures (hours) 3.25
- Scan time (hours) 8.25
- Clinician Yes
- Zedu redo Yes
Class times
Day 1: 0830 – 1700
Day 2: 0900 – 1700
Modules
Image optimisation – interactive practical session
- Explore system controls
- Understand the impact of optimisation on the image
- Presets, frequency, depth, focus and gain
- How to label the image
- How to store and review images
Probe Manipulation
- Probe care
- Probe moves
- Probe grip
- Probe and screen orientation
- 3D awareness of the anatomical position of the organs
A-FAST
- Refresh anatomy in the 3D perspective
- A- FAST protocol
- scan technique
- the “views”
- recognise normal and abnormal imaging
- Techniques to improve imaging
- limitations and pitfalls
- clinical utility and application
Scanning, scanning and more scanning on people (rather than stressing pets) to ensure you get the opportunity to cement your skills
T-FAST
- T- FAST protocol
- scan technique
- the “views”
- recognise normal and abnormal imaging
- chest trauma and lung conditions
- Techniques to improve imaging
- limitations and pitfalls
- clinical utility and application
Scanning, scanning and more scanning on people (rather than stressing pets) to ensure you get the opportunity to cement your skills
CME details
AVA | This course carries 22 AVA CPD Points
A great training course is only the beginning of your ultrasound learning journey
To help you master ultrasound and lasting change from training we engage you from the outset
Before your course:
There are pre course activities & access to preparatory learning resources to maximise your in-class experience
During your course:
- Short, sharp information sessions to provide foundational knowledge and clinical context
- Lots of hands-on practical sessions with real people to scan (including for TV and obstetric scans). Our standardised patients models vary in age, size, shape and mobility to make the transition to clinical reality easier.
- Case studies led by practising clinicians to demonstrate clinical utility
- A variety of different machines to learn on
- At the conclusion of your course we’ll lead you to create a skills development action plan, creating a pathway that you can use to apply your newly acquired skills, promote clinical integration and ultimately reach your final objective – ultrasound competency
After your course:
The learning continues
- We encourage self-directed learning in the workplace with structured active learning plans
- A great selection of free access online medical ultrasound (FoamUS) learning resources
- You can subscribe to the weekly wrap – a weekly curation of ultrasound related hot tips and journal articles
- Be a part of our community of clever – Join our peer support network with our monthly “Coaching Corner” sessions. Send in your questions, join the live online meeting and have your questions answered.
The Zedu Redo – our commitment to you
We encourage you to refresh your training with us by taking up the opportunity to return within 12 months and do a complimentary redo of this course at no cost (subject to availability)
More Ways Zedu Can support your ultrasound skills development:
- Image review – details here
- Follow-up coaching with our Zedu coaches
- Coaching corner – monthly webinar
