Training Basics

1. POCUS Machine Disinfection Online Course

QR code for the POCUS Disinfection Course


2. Basic Transducer Movements


Great article on Transducer Movement Terminology by Bahner DP et al. J Ultrasound Med 2016;34:183-188

Transducer Movement Article Click Here

3. Sound Wave Properties - under construction

3. Basic Knoblogy

4. Ultrasound Planes

Longitudinal or sagittal

Divides body/structure into left and right

Transverse, axial or cross-section

Divides body/structure into top (superior/cranial/cephalad) and bottom (inferior/caudal)

Coronal or frontal

Divides body/structure into front (anterior/ventral) and back (posterior/dorsal)

4. Basic Knobology - Under Construction


5. ALARA Principles - Under Construction


ALARA Principle - Official Statement from American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM):

AIUM ALARA Document Click Here


AIUM Official Statement: Safety in Diagnostic Ultrasound Educational Activities Using Nonpregnant Participants - Note important MI and TI parameters listed on the document:

AIUM Statement Click Here