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Imaging in the Trauma Bay

What to use and when

The lecture duration is 19min.

0.5 CPD Points, 0.5 CEUs, 0.5 CME credits approval pending.
Accredited by CPDUK, CBRN and Provider Pending.

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Cori Atlin
Emergency Physician and Trauma Team Leader, Toronto, Canada
Lecture Summary

Imaging is an essential component of trauma management. Often a choice between when to do it and when not to do it. All skilled trauma clinicians need a sound foundation in the pros and cons of X-ray, CT and ultrasound in time critical situations. What are the benefits of each and when is each the right first choice.

Target Audience

Emergency Medicine Doctors
Emergency Medicine Nurses
Paramedics
Rural GP's

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this activity, you should be able to:

  • Discuss advantages and disadvantages of x-ray and ultrasound.
  • Review practical applications of xray and ultrasound in the trauma bay.
  • Explore CT ordering from the trauma bay.

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