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Preparation
-patient and sonographer
-positioning
-probe selection
-appropriate clinical indication
-initial settings (depth, pre-sets)
-ensures clean transducer

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1

3 pts

Image Acquisition
-hand and probe position
-identify appropriate landmarks
-thorough visualization of target
-efficiency of probe motion
-appropriate measurements
-troubleshoots technical limitations

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2

3 pts

Image Optimization
-centers area of interest
-overall image quality for interpretation
-troubleshoots patient obstacles
-optimizes machine settings (gain, focal zone, depth, frequency)

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3

3 pts

Clinical Integration

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4

3 pts

Entrustment

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5

5 pts

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