POCUS Ultrasound in the Clinic

Session Format

Pre-Recorded

Session Type

Panel Discussion

Topic Area

Ultrasound

Description

POCUS has become standard of care for the ICU but has had limited use in pulmonary clinics, where spirometry and 6-minute walks rule the diagnostic procedures. Some pulmonary clinics have found it profitable to purchase an ultrasound for use with thoracentesis, but this is not widespread due to reimbursement. In the work-up for dyspnea, a few minutes with the ultrasound and some focused knowledge and skill in lung, pleural, and cardiac ultrasound can quickly guide further work-up and treatment for pulmonary clinic patients. This panel will illustrate ways to add this skill to a pulmonary practice.

Learning Objective 1

Recognize multiple ultrasound etiologies for dyspnea in an ambulatory patient.

Learning Objective 2

Understand the barriers to purchasing and using an ultrasound in the clinic.

Summary


Availability:	On-Demand


Cost:	FREE


Credit Offered:	1 CME Credit