Focused 2D Cardiac Views
Focused 2D Cardiac Views is organized by Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute (GCUS) Inc..
Date of Original Release: 12/13/2022
This edition valid for credit through: 12/13/2025
Overview:
Focused 2D Cardiac Views CME Vital reviews the most commonly used scan planes when performing a 2D echocardiogram. Patient positioning, transducer placement, and structures visualized in each respective view are included. Corresponding diagrams and 2D images are also provided.
Topics
• Standard 2-D Scan Plans:
• Parasternal Long Axis
• Parasternal Short Axis
• Apical (4 chamber, 2 chamber & 5 chamber)
• Subcostal
• Suprasternal
• Patient Positioning
• Transducer/Probe Placement
Objectives:
• State the indications and applications for performing a focused cardiac ultrasound exam.
• Identify normal and abnormal cardiac ultrasound anatomy.
• Demonstrate routine imaging views and techniques for acquiring 2D cardiac images.
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