Training activity information
Details
Perform, analyse and report routine quality assurance for B-mode on a range of clinical ultrasound scanners:
- General abdominal
- Echocardiography
- Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Vascular
Type
Entrustable training activity (ETA)
Evidence requirements
Evidence the activity has been undertaken by the trainee repeatedly, consistently, and effectively over time, in a range of situations. This may include occasions where the trainee has not successfully achieved the outcome of the activity themselves. For example, because it was not appropriate to undertake the task in the circumstances or the trainees recognised their own limitations and sought help or advice to ensure the activity reached an appropriate conclusion.
Reflection at multiple timepoints on the trainee learning journey for this activity.
Considerations
- System operation
- Scanner hardware, areas of potential failure and on image quality
- Local SOPs
- B-mode: drop-out, uniformity, sensitivity, noise, low contrast penetration, caliper accuracy of calipers/measurement tools and functional checks, spatial resolution
- M-mode for testing of phased array
- Probes: linear array, curvilinear and phased array
- Primary monitor quality assurance
- Local, national and international quality standards and recommendations
- Manufacturer proprietary testing methods
- Choice of test objects and imaging parameters
- Analysis options and commercial packages
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 3 |
Outcome
Perform and report on the basic performance of MRI and ultrasound scanners. |
| # 5 |
Outcome
Identify ultrasound and MRI artefacts and advise on parameters to mitigate the impact on clinical images. |