OVERVIEW

Evolving Perspectives on Ultrasound Safety (2018) is organized by Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) and will be held from Mar 20, 2019 - Mar 19, 2022. This Course has been approved for a maximum of 1.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™.

Description:
Refresher Courses are sessions captured at past RSNA Annual Meetings focusing on themes of health care reform, payment models, research and innovation, patient-centered radiology, and advances in the different imaging modalities. Refresher Courses are targeted to diagnostic, interventional and oncologic radiologists and are designed to improve knowledge and competence in responding to the challenges and advancements in the field of radiology. Most courses include an audio-visual presentation, as well as a corresponding transcript.

Course Learning Objectives:
• Interpret the physical principles related to ultrasound safety and the potential for biological effects of ultrasound.
• Implement ultrasound in a safe and effective manner in clinical practice.
• Summarize their knowledge and understanding of the regulatory environment associated with medical ultrasound.
• Recognize the physics associated with the potential bioeffects of ultrasound.
• Summarize basic knowledge of the controls and operator feedback related to ultrasound safety.
• Operate on-screen displays related to ultrasound safety.
• Identify additional resources for understanding the physical effects of ultrasound.

Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.