Pocket Protocols for Sonography Scanning

by Betty Bates Tempkin BA

Overview

Take the guesswork out of image documentation with Pocket Protocols for Sonography Scanning, 4th Edition. This compact new edition provides protocols that follow the imaging guidelines of the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM), including a universal method for documenting any type of pathology. Examples of the required images for the physician's diagnostic interpretation are included. Documentation specifics are provided for full and limited abdominal studies, gynecological and obstetric exams, and prostate evaluations. Also provided are protocols for small parts, vascular system, and echocardiography. - Protocols following guidelines provided by AIUM provide standardized scanning methods and image documentation. - Step-by-step instructions for sonographic studies of various organs and body areas reinforce AIUM protocols while scanning. - Over 700 images create a visual step-by-step scanning approach to the performance of scans and image documentation for physician diagnostic interpretation. - NEW! Musculoskeletal protocols offer the images and information needed to properly scan musculoskeletal anatomy. - NEW! 2-color streamlined design enhances readability. - NEW! New images complete all the protocols approved by the AIUM. - NEW! Smaller size makes the pocket guide easier to carry around. - NEW! Part dividers with bleed allow for quick access to desired protocols.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780323292788
Publisher:	Saunders, W. B. Company
Publication date:	11/14/2014
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	576
File size:	90 MB
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Table of Contents

PART I: Introduction: Purpose and UsePART II: Image Protocol for Abnormal Sonographic FindingsPART III: The AbdomenSection One: Image Protocols for Full Sonographic Studies of the AbdomenLiver Study with Full AbdomenAorta Study with Full AbdomenInferior Vena Cava Study with Full AbdomenGallbladder and Biliary Tract Study with Full AbdomenPancreas Study with Full AbdomenRenal Study with Full AbdomenSpleen Study with Full AbdomenSection Two: Image Protocols for Limited Sonographic Studies of the AbdomenAorta StudyInferior Vena Cava StudyRight Upper Quadrant StudyGallbladder and Biliary Tract StudyPancreas StudyRenal StudySpleen StudyPART IV: The PelvisSection One: Image Protocol for the Transabdominal Sonographic Study of the Female PelvisTransabdominal Female Pelvis StudySection Two: Image Protocol for the Transvaginal Sonographic Study of the Female PelvisTransvaginal Female Pelvis StudySection Three: Image Protocols for Sonographic Studies of the Male PelvisTransrectal Prostate Gland StudyScrotum StudyPenis StudyPART V: ObstetricsSection One: Image Protocol for the Sonographic Study of the Early First TrimesterEarly First Trimester StudySection Two: Image Protocol for the Sonographic Study of the Late First TrimesterLate First Trimester StudySection Three: Image Protocol for Sonographic Studies of the Second and Third TrimestersSecond and Third Trimesters StudySection Four: Image Protocol for the Sonographic Study of Multiple GestationsMultiple Gestations StudyThe Biophysical ProfilePART VI: Small PartsSection One: Image Protocol for the Sonographic Study of the Musculoskeletal SystemSection Two: Image Protocol for the Sonographic Study of the Thyroid GlandSection Three: Image Protocols for the Sonographic Study of the BreastBreast Lesion CharacterizationWhole Breast StudySection Four: Image Protocol for the Sonographic Study of the Neonatal BrainPART VII: Vascular SystemSection One: Image Protocols for Abdominal Doppler and Color Flow StudiesMesenteric Arterial StudyRenal Arterial StudyImage Examples of Various StudiesSection Two: Image Protocol for Cerebrovascular Duplex ScanningSection Three: Image Protocols for Peripheral Arterial and Venous Duplex ScanningLower Extremity Venous Duplex StudyLower Extremity Peripheral Arterial Duplex StudyPART VIII: EchocardiographySection One: Image Protocol for the Sonographic Study of the Adult HeartAdult Heart StudySection Two: Image Protocol for the Sonographic Study of the Pediatric HeartPediatric Heart StudyPART IX: Abbreviation Glossary

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The practical reference that’s perfect for ultrasound exams

Editorial Reviews

Reviewer: Kyle Theine, MBA RT(R) (MR)(Froedtert Hospital)
Description: This a quick reference to sonography imaging to be used prior to or during the exam.
Purpose: The purpose is to serve as a reference before and during sonography examinations in an effort to provide additional information for proper imaging.
Audience: The audience is sonographers or sonographers in training who seek a quick answer to basic imaging questions.
Features: This book covers the basic sonography imaging examination and provides sample images of what to acquire and scanning tips to assist sonographers in achieving these optimal images.
Assessment: Overall, this is a quality reference for less experienced sonographers. Its small size and clear images make it easy to carry into a study room. Patients will remain confident in the sonographer even if the book is being used.

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