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Ultrasound Imaging in Space (Live Webinar)
Wednesday, October 2, 2019 - Wednesday, October 2, 2019
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Advanced Health Education Center ›
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Houston, Texas (TX) 77074
United States
 
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Description:
NASA, through the Advancement of Diagnostic Ultrasound in Microgravity (ADUM,) has studied biologic effects on the organs and systems of the human body using ultrasound. In order to do this, ultrasound systems had to be designed that could be used by non-medical personnel under the remote guidance of medical personnel in space. This course will lead you through most of the biologic findings and adaptations the human body undergoes in a microgravity situation. The use in space was so successful in diagnosing illness and injuries, that the ADUM branched out the use of remote ultrasound equipment in over 60 countries that are underserved and very remote locations, such as Mount Everest. The ability of an untrained operator to be coached has decreased mortality in those remote areas and improved care.

Course Topics

1. Ultrasound Imaging in Space
•Space Research
•Need for Safe Technology
2. Advancements in Ultrasound for Imaging
•Tele- Ultrasound
•Color Coding the Unit for Remote Guidance by Minimally Trained Personnel
•Exploring Uses in Underserved Countries
•Mount Everest
a. Development of Protocols for Emergency Treatment
b. Lives Saved
3. Microgravity Exams
•Cardiac
•Abdominal
•Retroperitoneal
•Genitourinary
•Skeletal
•Thyroid
•Dental
•Sinus
•Eyes
•Peripheral Vessels
4.Weird Science
•The Case of Identical Twins
a. Genetic Changes in Space
b. 7% Permanent Changes
5. Long-term Health Effects of Microgravity
•Astronaut Adaptation in Space
•Acute and Chronic Issues of Antigravity
•Sensory Perception
•Orthostatic Hypotension
•Intracranial Pressure Increases
•Space Adaptation Sickness
•Loss of Appetite

Course Objectives:

At the conclusion of the course, the participant should be able to:
1. Discuss reasons why ultrasound is a logical imaging modality for use in space or remote locations
2. Define ADUM
3. Name at least four uses of ultrasound in microgravity situations
4. List two adjustments made to the normal ultrasound machine to make it easier to use in space
5. Give the major functions of a PACS controller & archive
6. Discuss the case of the identical twins: Discuss changes did the one who went into space experience that the other twin did not experience
7. Give at least three short term health effects of microgravity
 
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Instructors:
Mark Struthers BBA, BSRT, CMRT
 
 
CME Credit:
Radiologic Technologists:  2 Hours

Self Assessment Module (SAM):  No

Live Webinar:  Yes

Specialty Audience:
Radiation Therapy    

CME Sam Course #22660


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