Abstract
Article: Sonographer University: A Hands-On Training Course for Adult Sonographers Performing Pediatric Echocardiography
Authors: Lindsay Hamilton-Scott, RDCS, Jennifer H. Huang, MD, Christina Ronai, MD, and Erin J. Madriago, MD
Category: Cardiac (Pediatric) [PE]
Credit: 0.5 SDMS CME Credit
Objectives: After studying the article entitled “Sonographer University: A Hands-On Training Course for Adult Sonographers Performing Pediatric Echocardiography,” you will be able to:
Understand barriers to performing a quality pediatric echocardiogram
Recognize when a combination of didactic instruction with hands-on scanning can improve a participant’s skill, knowledge, and confidence in pediatric studies
Understand that pediatric echocardiograms require skill and knowledge that requires continual practice
The age challenge was one of the specific topics explored during the scanning session. This station focused on how to obtain an echocardiogram in which of the following? A quiet kindergartener A disengaged teenager A crying infant A talkative adult
The Sonographer University (SU) seminar: Occurred over the span of four consecutive days Learners demonstrated significant improvement in their standardized test scores Was assessed with a 7-point Likert scale Was supported by a hospital-funded educational grant
What was the main purpose for adult sonographers to attend this training course? Requirement to take the pediatric echo registry exam To improve recognition of CHD and comfort in pediatric scanning Employer requirement Requirement for adult sonographers to scan in the neonatal intensive care unit
Which factor contributes to the loss of skills over time for sonographers trained in pediatric imaging? Lack of mentorship Lack of certification Length of training sessions Minimal utilization of skills in a remote setting
Prior to the SU seminar, what was the largest concern for sonographers who attended this course? They were not at all comfortable recognizing CHD They were not at all comfortable providing sonography for children They did not have a pediatric imaging protocol Sonographers at the seminar will not help during hands-on scanning
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