Wk2 Ultrasound/FAST exam Flashcards
1
Q
SPL?
A
Spatial pulse length
short = higher resolution
2
Q
Problem with higher frequency?
A
Less penetration
3
Q
Advantage of linear high frequency probe?
A
high definition
poor penetration (1-7 cm)
4
Q
Advantage of curved footprint probe?
A
penetrate better
lower resolution
5
Q
US machine compensation to amplify attenuated signal:
A
gain
6
Q
Mode that presents image in real time:
A
B mode
7
Q
Mode that takes cuts of image at time intervals:
A
M mode
8
Q
Red color means blood is?
A
flowing towards transducer
9
Q
Blue color means blood is?
A
flowing AWAY from transducer
