Critical Care Ultrasound Course
This two day workshop aims to address the use of ultrasound in various acute care settings, aiding the clinician in assessing and managing a critically ill patient. It is primarily a hands-on workshop facilitating the practice of specific skills.
Delivered by highly skilled and experienced critical care clinicians and sonographers, this workshop incorporates simulators and live patient models.
Who should attend?
This course is designed for health professionals who use ultrasound in their clinical practice such as registered nurses, anaesthetists and doctors.
Course information
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This two day hands-on workshop is delivered by highly skilled and experienced critical care clinicians and sonographers, incorporating simulators and live patient models.
Day one
The first day will cover the following topics:- Ultrasound physics and equipment
- Image optimisation, artefacts
- Peripheral venous access, arterial lines, PiCC lines
- Central venous catheters
- FAST scans.
Day two
The second day will cover the following topics:- Thoracic ultrasound
- Lung ultrasound
- Airway ultrasound
- Echocardiography/RUSH protocol, CO measurement.
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College of Intensive Care Medicine (CICM) CPD Registration
- Lectures: Category 2A, 1 point per hour.
- Facilitated discussions and workshops: Category 2B, 2 points per hour.
- Skill stations/hands on sessions with feedback: Category 3B, 3 points per hour.
Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (ANZCA) CPD points
- Lectures: Knowledge and Skills category 'Learning sessions' at 1 credit per hour.
- Hands-on workshop: Knowledge and skills category 'Short format learning’ at 2 credits per hour.
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Duration
8 am – 5.30 pmCost
Single days - $350 (incl. GST) each
Two days - $600 (incl. GST)
10% discount available for Mater People20% discount available for nurses and allied health professionals using discount code: ECHO20JUNFR
Cancellation and refund policy
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