At Westwick College, our POCUS in eFAST course provides healthcare professionals with essential training in Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) focused on the Extended Focused Assessment with Sonography for Trauma (eFAST) protocol. This program equips students with the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to perform rapid ultrasound evaluations in emergency and critical care settings. With ultrasound playing a crucial role in trauma, emergency medicine, and critical care, mastering eFAST is vital for improving patient outcomes. Westwick College is dedicated to preparing medical professionals to confidently and competently utilize this life-saving diagnostic tool.
Why Pursue POCUS in eFAST?
The eFAST protocol is a rapid and non-invasive ultrasound technique used to assess patients for life-threatening conditions, including internal bleeding, pneumothorax, and pericardial effusion. This course provides a solid foundation in ultrasound physics, imaging techniques, and clinical applications specific to trauma care. You’ll gain hands-on experience in performing and interpreting eFAST scans, enhancing your ability to make timely and accurate clinical decisions.
Our program offers a flexible learning approach, combining online instruction with practical hands-on training. During practical sessions, students will have the opportunity to scan at least 40 live models under the supervision of competent, professionally trained instructors, ensuring they gain the confidence and technical expertise needed for real-world applications.
Program Objectives
The primary objectives of the POCUS in eFAST course are to:
- Teach the fundamental principles of point-of-care ultrasound and eFAST applications.
- Provide an in-depth understanding of ultrasound physics, imaging techniques, and trauma assessment.
- Train students to perform and interpret eFAST scans for rapid diagnosis of critical conditions.
- Develop proficiency in identifying abdominal, pleural, and pericardial abnormalities using ultrasound.
- Ensure students understand patient safety, ethical considerations, and best practices in emergency imaging.
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