A Practical Guide to Self-Sustaining Point-of-Care Ultrasound Education Programs in Resource-Limited Settings

作者：Henwood Patricia C^*; Mackenzie David C; Rempell Joshua S; Murray Alice F; Leo Megan M; Dean Anthony J; Liteplo Andrew S; Noble Vicki E

来源：Annals of Emergency Medicine, 2014, 64(3): 277-285.

DOI：10.1016/j.annemergmed.2014.04.013

The value of point-of-care ultrasound education in resource-limited settings is increasingly recognized, though little guidance exists on how to best construct a sustainable training program. Herein we offer a practical overview of core factors to consider when developing and implementing a point-of-care ultrasound education program in a resource-limited setting. Considerations include analysis of needs assessment findings, development of locally relevant curriculum, access to ultrasound machines and related technological and financial resources, quality assurance and follow-up plans, strategic partnerships, and outcomes measures. Well-planned education programs in these settings increase the potential for long-term influence on clinician skills and patient care.

• 出版日期2014-9