Eye by POCUS, Thoracic

November 2, 2022

A little physics for vulnerable structures.

Learning Objectives

  • How to assess for lens displacement.
  • How to assess for retinal detachment.
  • How to assess for elevated intraocular/intracranial pressure.
  • How to assess for vitreal detachment.
  • Review basic concepts of bedside ultrasound.
  • Identify the role of limited thoracic ultrasound.
  • Discuss superficial and deep components of thoracic ultrasound.
  • Identify lungs zones.
  • Distinguish normal from abnormal.

Additional Information

Competencies this activity addresses: 
Apply quality improvement
Employ evidence-based practice
Medical knowledge
Patient care and procedural skills
Practice-based learning and improvement
Provide patient-centered care
Roles/responsibilities
Systems-based practice
Work in interdisciplinary teams
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 2.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
    The University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville designates this live activity for a maximum of 2.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

    The University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
  • 2.00 Attendance
Registration opens: 
11/02/2022
Claim credit by: 
02/02/2023
Event starts: 
11/02/2022 - 9:00am EDT
Event ends: 
11/02/2022 - 11:00am EDT
Part of: 
MODULE: Eye by POCUS?
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Available Credit

  • 2.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
    The University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville designates this live activity for a maximum of 2.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

    The University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
  • 2.00 Attendance
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