Pediatric head ultrasound is a routine procedure that is used to diagnose conditions related to premature birth, and to avoid the development of complications in babies that are born prematurely. This module teaches you how to prepare for and perform an ultrasound examination of the pediatric brain, and to assess the common developmental defects. The interactive simulator provides three scan scenarios that cover different situations you might encounter in the clinical environment. Online simulations enable students and practitioners to build or refresh knowledge and cognitive skills, and offer a safe practice environment so you can prepare for the real clinical world. Simulations also give you the opportunity to try out procedures that you might not otherwise experience. This module is ideal if you are studying for the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) registry exams.
You’ll learn
- the protocols for ultrasound assessment of the neonatal brain
- additional considerations when imaging patients in the neonatal intensive care unit
- to practice, perfect and test your skills in performing an ultrasound scan of the pediatric head
- to better visualize and understand the anatomy and physiology of the neonatal brain, with our 3D model and illustrations
- how to identify on images the common developmental defects in the neonatal brain, neural tube defects and neonatal brain lesions
- much more (see “Content Details” for more specific information).
