DVD Self-Study Programs

Advanced Ultrasound Assessment
basic seldinger

$255.00 + S&H Self-study program
3.5 contact hours

  
 

Advanced Ultrasound Assessment for PICC Placement

This education program is for clinicians who want to learn to place PICC Lines using Ultrasound technology. Learning to use ultrasound to aid critical thinking for vein selection is the essence of an advanced assessment program. Developing scanning techniques and assessment protocols that take full advantage of the technical and clinical benefits of bedside ultrasound shoud be a goal of all health care professionals inserting vascular access devices. As we more fully incorporate the use of available technologies into practice, our goal is not just to achieve greater success with access device placement, but to increase patient safety and satisfaction through advanced practice initiatives designed to increase optimal outcomes. Ultrasound can guide us to greater success with PICC placement, directed by sound judgment and advanced assessment. Below are the course topics for this training program, designed to take a more detailed look at the use of ultrasound devices, their controls and techniques for better venous visualization.

  • What is Advanced Ultrasound Assessment?
  • Understanding Ultrasound
  • Probesmanship and the importance of gel
  • Ultrasound Scanning Controls
  • Scan Preparation and performing the scan
  • Characteristics of thrombosis
  • Vein Selection Criteria
  • Impact of Ultrasound assessment on insertion
  • Risk/Benefit Ratio and Preservation of Access
  • Best Practice Guidelines and Scope of Practice

Testing and Certificate of Completion

During the purchase process you'll be asked to create an account and set up a login and password. This is necessary in order to complete the testing requirement of the course. Please provide the basic information and remember your login id and password. This is how we keep track of your CE credits. Once you're satisfied with your understanding of the materials presented you may choose to take the 30 question test. Log in to your PICC Excellence account at www.piccexcellence.com under the DVD Self-study Menu OR the ONLINE Education Menu (either login is fine). Select the course from your list of available courses. You must answer a minimum of 24 of these questions correctly in order to print your certificate. Select test from the left navigation bar and begin your test.

There is no time limit and you may take the test multiple times. Once you receive a passing score, the option to print a certificate will become available. Select this option, complete a class evaluation and print your certificate following the on screen instructions. If you have any difficulties printing your certificate please email us at Picc Excellence Support.

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