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check previous imaging studies

check lab work

prepare room

put patient info into machine

emergency room

outpatient

inpatient

isolation status

any prep needed

special considerations for age

other tests ordered

labs requested

check physician orders

ask relevant questions

explain exam

obtain verbal consent for endovaginal scan

ask if any questions

follow standard precautions

history

current complaints

check mothers well being (OB)

proper handwashing

cleaning of equipment

warm gel

warm room

protect patient modesty

treat patients with respect

If OB patient drops BP, have lie on left side

no diagnosis given to patient

explain role as sonographer

explain radiologists role

OB pictures/CD

answer all p[atient questions

ensure patient can find way out of department

full bladder for transabdominal pelvic scan

empty bladder for transvaginal scan

lower freq for obese patients

Gyn table or cushion under buttocks for TV scan

result of pressure changes in soft tissue causing formation of gas bubbles

stable

transient

MI

involves microbubbles already in soft tissue

change diameter with passin gof pressure variations of sound wave

occurs when the microbubble collapses

produces pressure shockwaves

localized extremely high temps and light emission in clear liquids

potential for significant destructive effects

indicator of cavitation

latin for

within the living

experimentation using a whole living organism

in glass

experimentation inside a test tube or lab dish

study of populations in order to determine the frequency and distribution of disease and measure risks

handouts

ALARA

less than 1 W/cm no effects

hydrophones

phantom objects test-measure

measure the accoustic output of diagnostic instruments

detail resolution

distance accuracy

compensation

sensitivity

dynamic range