Obstetric Ultrasound Refresher
 
This 2-day workshop is suitable for those who have attended an obstetric ultrasound course previously and wish to improve their scanning skills.
 
Course Objectives: 
 
	
To discuss individual prior knowledge & skills
	
To discuss individual challenges
	
To improve understanding of the clinical questions that can be answered with Point of Care Ultrasound (PoCUS).
	
To improve the ability to acquire ultrasound images.
	
To improve the use of transducer movements – one at a time
	
To improve the use of ultrasound buttons
	
To improve recognition of normal ultrasound appearances
	
Continue to understand when to on-refer
 
Aims:
 
	
Explanation of isolated hand movements to improve images
	
How to establish fetal presentation & lie
	
To use a systematic approach to planning fetal biometry
	
How to acquire correct planes for biometry measurements
	
How to acquire AFI & Cord Doppler measurements
Course Content:
	
Cervix & placenta
	
Biometry
	
AFI
	
Cord Doppler
 
Accreditation
 
ASUM | CCPU units included in the course:
	
Monitoring the Foetus
 
RANZCOG | Activity accredited for 12 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points
 
ACRRM I Approved PDP units = 15 Educational activity
Grant eligible Emergency Medicine, Obstetrics, Surgery & Anaesthetics I 2 days
 
RACGP | Awaiting Approval