The journal of education in perioperative medicine : JEPM
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J Educ Perioper Med · Apr 2020
Implementation of a Self-guided Focused Cardiac Ultrasound Curriculum for Anesthesiology Residents.
Focused cardiac ultrasound (FoCUS) is an increasingly used diagnostic modality for anesthesiologists and intensivists. However, training residents in its use can be resource intensive. We investigated the feasibility of implementing a self-guided FoCUS curriculum for anesthesiology residents rotating in the postanesthesia care unit (PACU). ⋯ The implementation of a FoCUS curriculum in the PACU resulted in favorable resident evaluation and improved FoCUS skills. The curriculum was feasible and self-sustainable because of the novel educational approach employed.