Abdominal imaging-ultrasound Flashcards

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Describe the preparation for abdominal ultrasound

A

Fast patient for 12-24 hrs
Clip abdomen
Position in R lateral or dorsal recumbency
Use curvilinear transducer

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Describe the imaging planes and views?

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Planes:
- frontal
- sagittal
- transverse
View:
- longitudinal
- transverse

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