A blended approach to learning eFAST ultrasound
Combining focused online content with 1-on-1 hands-on training, the eFAST blended learning ultrasound courses delivers the best of both worlds. It’s flexible, on demand and ready when you are: it’s like having your own ultrasound personal trainer.
What you get
You get access to two online modules with over 4.5 hours of video content PLUS reference material, including case studies developed by our national and international contributors:
- Getting started in ultrasound online module
- eFAST online module
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A day of 1-on-1 training with us in Melbourne
Objectives
Learn how to perform an eFAST scan to make quick and accurate diagnoses in your next trauma patient. Understand how the image is generated to successfully correlate with the clinical presentation.
On completion of this clinically focused ultrasound program, you will:
- Use ultrasound system controls to optimise imaging for accurate diagnosis
- Develop proficiency in probe manipulation to efficiently acquire diagnostic images
- Describe the limitations and clinical integration of the eFAST ultrasound examination
- Apply the eFAST protocol to conduct a systematic ultrasound assessment of a trauma patient
CME recognition
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 7.75 CPD hours (EA: 1.75 | RP: 6.00)
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 Recognised for CPD
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 CPD Short Format Learning |
 eFAST
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 Recognised for CPD
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 eFAST |
Features
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Online (hours);
10+
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Videos on demand
23 (>4.5 hours)
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Resources
Yes
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Downloadable learning activities
Yes
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Skills development plan
Yes
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Case studies
4 (>0.75 hours)
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Scanning time (hours)
3
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Lifetime access
Yes
1-on-1 class time
A day of 1-on-1 training with us in Melbourne (weekday delivery).
Online Modules
1. Getting Started Module
Knobology
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- Explore system controls
- Understand the impact of optimisation on the image
- Presets, frequency, depth, focus and gain
- How to label the image
- How to store and review images
Scanning Principles
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- Probe care
- Probe moves
- Probe grip
- Probe and screen orientation
- 3D awareness of the anatomical position of the organs
2. eFAST Module
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- eFAST protocol
- scan technique
- the “views”
- recognise normal and abnormal imaging
- qualitative estimates of free fluid volume
- techniques to improve imaging
- limitations and pitfalls
- clinical utility and application
CME details
ACEM | This course is recognised by ACEM for 7.75 CPD hours (EA: 1.75 | RP: 6.00).
ACP | This course is recognised by the Australasian College of Paramedicine for CPD hours.
ANZCA | Participants in the ANZCA CPD program can claim attendance under the Knowledge and Skills category ‘Learning sessions’ at 1 credit per hour for the lectures/presentations. Hands on workshops may be claimed under the Knowledge and skills category ‘Short format learning’ at 2 credits per hour.
ASUM | CCPU Accredited Units: eFAST | CAHPU Accredited Units: eFAST
