Physics and general principles of ultrasound

 

 

Intended Learning Outcomes

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Intended learning outcomes

Physics and general principles of ultrasound

Define the term ‘ultrasound’ Describe how ultrasound waves are generated and Describe how ultrasound waves are used to generate images Describe the Doppler effect and its relevance to medical ultrasound Describe how pulse-wave, continuous-wave and colour Doppler are generated Discuss the various types of artifacts that can affect ultrasound images Describe the various methods of image optimisation (Knobology)

 

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Relevant Competencies from CoBaTrICE

Physics and general principles of ultrasound
2.3 Basic principles of ultrasound and the Doppler effect.