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Cognitive Skills: § Knowledge and understanding of the major indications for obstetrical ultrasound § Knowledge of the timing of obstetrical ultrasound for diagnostic purposes. § Knowledge of biometric parameters being measured and what information is gained by each examination. § Interpretation of reported data and understanding of its reliability. § Understanding of ultrasound uses in the management of high-risk pregnancies such as Class A diabetes, chronic hypertension, IUGR, post-dates, etc. § Understanding of basic physics and components of ultrasound machine. § Understanding of basic medico-legal features of limited ultrasound.
1. Ability to detect gestational sac, yolk sac, fetal pole, and cardiac activity in 1st trimester using vaginal probe, and estimate gestational age (Crown-rump, sac). 2. Rule in an intrauterine gestation (rule out Ectopic).
1. Ability to assess EGA by head and abdominal circumference, femur 1 (one) length. 2. Understand the elements of an anatomic survey.
1. Ability to locate fetal position/presentation/number. 2. Ability to locate placenta and grade. 3. Ability to locate cardiac motion. 4. Ability to assess amniotic fluid volume. 5. Ability to assess biophysical profile.
Interpersonal and Communications Skills Demonstrate clear communication with patient regarding their medical issues in a culturally sensitive manner Demonstrate team oriented communication and foster working relationships with other member of the care team or specialist colleagues
Professionalism Demonstrate a high degree of professional responsibility in managing patients with Ultra Sound-related problems by referral coordination, direct management and follow up. Demonstrate professional demeanor, attire and appearance in all settings.
Practice-Based Learning Assess the practice models on this rotations for evidence of practice-based learning and identify opportunities that would be appropriate for the this medical area. Identify a learning opportunity within your clinic practice that could be studied to improve the care for patient with Ultra Sound-related problems.
Systems-Based Practice Learn how to access the appropriate services for patients with Ultra Sound-related problems and the impact of utilization management for these patients. Demonstrate understanding of the role of the PCP in the immediate and after-care of patients with Ultra Sound-related diagnoses.
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