Publications by authors named "Daniel Micheller"
Objectives: There is no standardized protocol for performing educational point-of-care ultrasonography (POCUS) that addresses patient-centered ethical issues such as obtaining informed consent. This study sought to define principles for ethical application of educational POCUS and develop consensus-based best practice guidance.
Methods: A questionnaire was developed by a trained ethicist after literature review with the help of a medical librarian.
A Low-Fidelity, High-Functionality Ultrasound-Guided Serratus Plane Block Model.
J Emerg Med
December 2019
Article Synopsis
- Thoracic injuries can be complicated to manage, especially when it comes to pain control, with traditional pain relief methods often leading to complications.
- Ultrasound-guided regional nerve blocks are gaining popularity as a more effective pain management technique, but a specific training model for the serratus anterior plane block hasn't been established yet.
- The authors created a low-cost, high-functionality training model using common materials like pork ribs and chicken breasts to closely mimic human anatomy, which will help improve training and success rates in treating thoracic trauma patients.
Advances in point-of-care ultrasound technology have allowed for the extension of emergency medicine ultrasound beyond the walls of the emergency department. Emergency medical system providers may benefit from the use of ultrasound. It has previously been shown that with a brief introductory course, novices can obtain and correctly interpret focused ultrasound examinations.
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