Follicle Ultrasound for Nurses

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Objectives

On completion of this two-day clinically focused ultrasound program, learners will be able to:

Use ultrasound system controls to optimise imaging for accurate diagnosis
Develop proficiency in probe manipulation to efficiently acquire diagnostic images
Describe the anatomy and normal sonographic appearances of the pelvic organs including changes in appearances during
- The normal menstrual cycle
- Ovulation induction
Use a systematic approach to conduct ultrasound assessment to
- Count and measure the ovarian follicles
- Assess for the presence of an intrauterine pregnancy
- Determine the viability of pregnancy

Write meaningful reports for successful communication and record keeping

CME recognition

Course Features

Modules (total) 4
Skill level Novice
Duration (days) 2
Lectures (hours) 4.25
Scan time (hours) 8.50
Clinician No
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

Follicle tracking

Transvaginal scan technique and approach to the pelvic exam
Sonoanatomy of pelvic organs
Cyclic changes and life cycle changes to anatomy and the corresponding sonoappearances
Normal and abnormal appearances of the anatomy
Influence of hormones on the anatomy
Scan technique to count and measure the follicles
How to measure the endometrium
Limitations and pitfalls
Techniques to improve visualisation
Report writing

Scanning, scanning and more scanning including TRANSVAGINAL scanning on REAL patient models

Basic Early Pregnancy

Sonoembryology of 1st trimester fetal development
Scan technique and approach to the early pregnancy examination
Ectopic pregnancy
Pain and bleeding in the first trimester
Measure fetal heart rate
Determine fetal viability
Clinical utility and application of ultrasound
Limitation and pitfalls
Techniques to improve visualisation

Scanning, scanning and more scanning on real pregnant women in their first trimester of pregnancy

CME details

ASUM | CAHPU Accredited Units: Follicle tracking

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)