Ultrasound & Central Lines (Exam III) Flashcards

1
Q

What transducer (and frequency) is best for resolution and superficial depths?

A

Linear (7-15mHz)

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2
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What transducer (and frequency) is useful for echocardiography?

A

Phased (1-3 mHz)

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3
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What transducer (and frequency) is best for deeper tissues?

A

CurviLinear (2-5mHz)

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4
Q

Gain is the way to adjust _____ and ____ _____.

A

brightness; signal quality

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5
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What is the assessment point for the RUQ?

A
  1. Morison’s Pouch
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What is the assessment point for the LUQ?

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  1. Peri-splenic view
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7
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What is the assessment point for an ultrasound pelvic view?

A
  1. Suprapubic
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8
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What is the assessment point for the cardiac view?

A
  1. Cardiac View
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9
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What are potential indications for gastric ultrasound?

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10
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What are the various grades for gastric ultrasound assessment?

A
  • Grade 0 antrum → empty
  • Grade 1 antrum → <1.5 mL/kg
  • Grade 2 antrum → >1.5mL/kg
  • Solid food
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11
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What are contraindications to CVL placement?

A
  • Renal cell tumor extending into atrium
  • Tricuspid valve vegetation (Thanks Camille!)
  • Site infection or similar issue
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12
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What is the distance from the right IJ to the cavoatrial junction?

A

15 cm

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13
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What is the distance from the left IJ to the cavoatrial junction?

A

18 cm

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14
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What is the distance from the right subclavian vein to the cavoatrial junction?

A

14 cm

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15
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What is the distance from the left subclavian vein to the cavoatrial junction?

A

17 cm

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