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CAE ICCU Imaging Bedside Ultrasound Training Solutions

Bringing ultrasound education to the next level

Better prepared. Better performance. Better outcomes

CME-accredited program developed and delivered by highly experienced frontline intensivists

WHEN CONFIDENCE IS CRITICAL

Why Learn Bedside Ultrasound with CAE ICCU Imaging Solutions?


In the fast paced clinical environment of todays medical world, having the expertise to make the right decisions quickly is a must. Bedside ultrasound has emerged as an invaluable tool to speed up and improve the management of a variety of critical and non-critical cases, but its successful application depends entirely on the skill of its users. The CAE ICCU bedside ultrasound e-learning curriculum is a unique and comprehensive program, which covers all components of the use of bedside ultrasound for the focused cardiac ultrasound (FOCUS) exam, assessment of central and peripheral vessels, and assessment of pleural space and lung. Through 17 hours of multimedia, interactive e-learning modules and more than 900 multimedia questions, learners will develop expertise and condence. The CAE ICCU e-learning management system is a mandatory step for practitioners seeking certication in critical care ultrasound from the American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP). Our institutional licensed format, where learners earn CME credits, allows each institution to develop its own local expertise for tailored learning. Online assessment modules automatically produce reports on the learners performance, providing an accurate and immediate way to adapt subsequent training.

Risk-free learning before they touch their rst patient


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An Accelerated Learning Curve


The CAE ICCU e-learning curriculum will allow users to acquire cognitive skills and knowledge on key aspects of focused clinical ultrasound and develop expertise in decision making on clinical management.
Learners will be able to: 1. Understand the principles and applications of the Focused Cardiac Ultrasound exam A. Correctly manipulate the transducer B. Understand normal and abnormal cardiac anatomy and function

C. Establish diagnosis and appropriate intervention i. Assess left and right ventricular function ii. Assess pericardial space (tamponade) iii. Assess uid status 2. Understand the principles of a focused general ultrasound exam A. Perform an assessment of the central and peripheral vessels: internal jugular, subclavian, femoral and peripheral veins i. Recognize anatomical variants, thrombus, artefacts and other vascular anomalies ii. Perform lower extremity Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) screening iii. Perform ultrasound-guided line placement B. Assess pleural space and lungs i. Recognize general indications for pleural and lung ultrasounds ii. Identify sonographic anatomic landmarks of a normal chest iii. Learn how to assess simple and complex pleural effusions iv. Learn how to use ultrasound to perform thoracentesis v. Learn how to assess common lung pathologies

SYSTEM FEATURES AND BENEFITS

Cutting-Edge Technology Delivers Content Developed by Experts


1. INTERACTIVE E-LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (LMS) Multimedia didactic content developed by front-line intensivists Eight hours on Focused Cardiac Ultrasound Study Five and one half hours on assessment, diagnosis and intervention in central and  peripheral vessels Three hours on assessment of the lung and pleural space 900+ multimedia testing questions Learning Center (coming Spring 2011)

nteractive web-based learning portal dedicated to providing the most up-to-date I information on bedside ultrasound  eatures include clinical case studies, Journal Club, clips and images from an atlas of F cases, blog and much more

2. COMPREHENSIVE ON-SITE ULTRASOUND TRAINING SEMINARS Unique, highly-clinical programs composed primarily of hands-on sessions Includes scanning of various acute care cardiac pathologies using revolutionary high-delity ultrasound simulators 1:3 ratio of device to participants Conducted by experienced critical care physicians and  certied sonographers Content can be adapted according to institutional needs Choice of course duration: 1 day, 11/2 day or 2 days Seminars are recognized for CME credits.

3. FOCUS POCKET GUIDE APPLICATION FOR IPHONE/IPAD Highly graphic, multifunctional tool

Depicts FOCUS echocardiographic views Summarizes key concepts of the Focused Cardiac Ultrasound Study  Features include videos, animations, cardiac output calculator, ventricular function,  uid assessment, and more

Training Solutions Adaptable to the Needs of Individuals and Institutions


Benets for Learners Development of knowledge and skills required to perform bedside ultrasound examination

Image interpretation Image acquisition Clinical application Decision making

Flexible training schedule permits learning at an individual pace CME credits Benets for Institutions O  nline assessment modules with database permits documentation of measurement for student progress and performance Increase local expertise May be tailored to specific institutional needs Streamlines institutional time and resources

 llows practitioners to focus on practical bedside training rather than preparing and A delivering lectures

Better prepared. Better performance. Better outcomes.

At CAE Healthcare we understand the importance of being prepared. Thats why were committed to providing comprehensive solutions ones that help healthcare practitioners sharpen their skills and prepare for better patient outcomes. We believe simulation-based education and training is much more than just using a simulator. Our offering, which integrates simulation and modeling, ranges from creating learning programs to deploying a wide range of specialty-based simulators. Through a proactive approach to understanding our customers requirements, CAE healthcare can help you select the best set of solutions for your environment. When you choose CAE Healthcare you can expect reliability, valuable content and worldwide expert technical support.

To learn more about what our team can do for you, contact us today: 1-877-223-6273 (toll-free) CAE Healthcare 3200 Guenette Saint-Laurent, Quebec Canada H4S 2G5 cae.com/healthcare

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