Ultrasound Imaging Fundamentals: The Basics
Ultrasound Imaging Fundamentals: The Basics is organized by Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute (GCUS) Inc..
Date of Original Release: 7/7/2022
This edition valid for credit through: 7/7/2025
Overview:
Ultrasound Imaging Fundamentals: The Basics Training Video is designed to provide an overview of ultrasound imaging fundamentals, system controls, transducers, factors contributing to image quality, and commonly seen imaging artifacts.
Topics:
• Sound Generation and Basic Principles
• Transducers
• System Controls & Image Quality
• Imaging Artifacts
Objectives:
• Outline the interaction of sound with soft-tissue and other mediums.
• Demonstrate the relationship between system controls and image quality.
• Select the appropriate type of transducer for each respective clinical application.
• Identify different types of imaging artifacts.