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Assessing fluid tolerance

Learn about fluid tolerance and how ultrasound can help define a fluid-tolerant state.
5th Jul 2018 • 6m read

Diagnosing testicular torsion using ultrasound

Learn how to recognize the ultrasound findings that are consistent with testicular torsion.
5th Jul 2018 • 3m read

Detecting joint effusions with ultrasound

Learn how to recognize and diagnose the presence of a joint effusion using ultrasound.
5th Jul 2018 • 5m read

Identifying a thoracic aortic aneurysm using ultrasound

Learn how to identify the landmarks and criteria for diagnosing a thoracic aortic aneurysm.
5th Jul 2018 • 4m read

Assessing the stomach for NPO status

Learn how to use ultrasound to identify an empty stomach by recognizing if content is present.
5th Jul 2018 • 4m read

Identifying the cricothyroid membrane

Learn how to find the cricothyroid membrane using ultrasound, in preparation for a surgical airway.
5th Jul 2018 • 3m read

The true price of FOAMED

Free Online Access Medical Education is a great concept... but it comes with a price.
29th Jun 2018 • 6m read

Interpreting a prothrombin time (PT) test

Master your understanding of the mechanisms behind PT tests and how to interpret the results.
26th Jun 2018 • 3m read

Why being the dumbest person in the room is the smartest thing you can do

It's easy to fall into the ego trap of hanging out with people just like you. Here's why you shouldn't.
25th Jun 2018 • 7m read

Interpreting mixing studies—prolonged PT / PTT

Learn when to order a mixing study, how to interpret the results, and which tests need to be ordered next.
18th Jun 2018 • 3m read