POCUS Knowledge Checks
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A knowledge check is a series of case studies designed to gauge your understanding of point-of-care ultrasound in a specific content area. With each question, you will receive immediate feedback, explanations of the answers, and additional resources to review.
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Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Abdominal Trauma
Cardiac
Gastrointestinal
Spleen - Hepatobiliary
Lower Extremity DVT
Lungs
Musculoskeletal Lower Extremity
Musculoskeletal Soft Tissue
Musculoskeletal Upper Extremity
Obstetrics – First Trimester
Renal – Genitourinary
Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation
Recent Blog Posts
Lung Ultrasound Versus Chest X-Rays: A Brief Overview
Here we briefly review and compare chest x-ray and lung ultrasound, exploring the strengths and limitations of each modality in
Inferior Vena Cava (IVC) Assessment for Volume Status in Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) Setting
The IVC assessment for volume status in POCUS provides rapid, real-time information that can guide clinical decision-making in fluid management.
Dirofilariasis in Humans: A Rare POCUS (Point-of-Care Ultrasound) Spot Diagnosis
A 39-year-old male presented to the hospital with pain in the right mid-thigh region for one week - what was
Why POCUS is a Personalized Way to Provide Patient Care
In this post, I will discuss reasons why POCUS should be part of modern medicine, its role in delivering personalized
World Heart Day
As we recognize World Heart Day it's important to remember the tools we must have to tackle the indiscriminate nature
Embracing Diversity in Healthcare: A Path to Improved Patient Safety
Embracing diversity in healthcare organizations not only fosters a more inclusive culture but also significantly enhances patient safety- a core
Role of Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) in Diagnosing Ascites
In this post, Dr. Victor Rao details how to use POCUS as an effective tool for assessing ascites - the
Top 10 Reasons for Reimbursement Denials in POCUS and How to Avoid Them
Reimbursement denials for POCUS can be a significant setback for any healthcare practice. By understanding the common reasons for denials
Expanding POCUS Expertise and Training Capacity in the Philippines
We’re excited to kick off a new project with the faculty of University of Santo Tomas to build their point-of-care
Role of Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) in Grading of Hydronephrosis – A Simple Approach
Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) is considered a sensitive modality to diagnose unilateral hydronephrosis - the dilatation of the major and or
