Back Module: SPS121

Training activity: 5

This is a training activity for the module "Ultrasound Imaging in Cardiac Disease".

Training activity information

Details

Select suitable technology for the procedure, choosing and adapting the appropriate diagnostic technique, patient position, machine settings and transducer for each patient.

Considerations

Factors influencing the choice of technology for cardiac ultrasound imaging.
Clinical indications for and contraindications to cardiac ultrasound imaging for patients with cardiac disease.

Relevant learning outcomes

#	Outcome
# 1	Outcome Perform transthoracic echocardiographic examination to assess the size and function of the left ventricle.
# 2	Outcome Perform transthoracic echocardiographic examinations on patients with suspected mitral valve disease.
# 3	Outcome Perform transthoracic echocardiographic examinations on patients with suspected aortic valve disease.
# 4	Outcome Perform transthoracic echocardiographic examination to assess the size and function of the right ventricle.
# 5	Outcome Perform transthoracic echocardiographic examinations on patients with suspected infective endocarditis, pericardial effusion and cardiac masses.
# 6	Outcome Perform transthoracic echocardiographic examinations on adult patients with congenital heart disease.
# 7	Outcome Perform an appropriate transthoracic echocardiographic study in a critically unwell patient and identify any significant clinical findings.