Knowing when to scan the abdominal aorta in point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS)
After watching this video, you will understand the indications for an abdominal aorta (aortic) scan using point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS).
Differentiating between peritoneal dialysis methods
In this video, from our Dialysis Essentials course, you'll discover the differences between two types of dialysis, how they both work, and how to adjust dialysis prescriptions.
Learning how to acquire the four basic echo views when performing point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS)
After watching this lesson, you will understand how to acquire the four basic echo views used in point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS).
Grading mitral stenosis
Learn about the use of colour flow mapping techniques to highlight the presence of mitral stenosis.
Identifying common hemodialysis access complications
In this video, we'll explore some of the common, non-infectious vascular access complications that are associated with hemodialysis, and how to resolve them.
Getting a grasp of peritoneal dialysis
In this video, we'll take an in-depth look at how peritoneal dialysis works, how it differs from hemodialysis, some important considerations when using it, and which patients should not be using peritoneal dialysis.
Recognizing a hemodialysis fistula and graft infections
In this video, from our Dialysis Essentials course, we'll cover the various cannulation techniques used with dialysis patients, the levels of risk posed (in terms of developing infections), and what to do if an infection develops.
How a dialysis machine works
Learn about the major components of a hemodialysis machine in two categories—the blood circuit and the dialysate circuit.
How to differentiate between low- and high-quality chest x-rays
Discover the five key identifying factors which will help you to distinguish between low- and high-quality chest x-rays.
How to explant an insertable cardiac monitoring (ICM) device
Learn about the equipment needed for ICM explantation, the possible complications you'll encounter, and what to do with an ICM device once it has been removed.