Table 2 (abstract P164). Final choice of windows (subcostal cardiac/IVC, right hemi-diaphragm/right lower lobe/subphrenic assessment, abdominal ultraosund using bladder as acoustic window, left hemidiaphragm, central veins - internal jugular/subclavian/femoral. The questions that are required to be answered when scanning each window (outcome of Delphi exercises) are identified
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Ultrasound window | Questions |
|---|---|
1. Sub-costal cardiac and IVC | Heart visible;effusion;RV vs LV size; IVC patency |
2. R hemi-diaphragm | effusion;consolidation;abdo fluid;diaphragm moving |
3. Abdominal ultrasound | urine in bladder;catheter;free fluid surrounding |
4. L hemi-diaphragm | effusion;consolidation;abdo fluid;diaphragm moving |
5. Major central veins (L/R IJV/SCV) | Vein visible;depth;AP diameter |