Point-of-Care Ultrasound Pocket Guide, 1e

Craven
Springer
178 pages
ISBN: 9780826138545
July 2026

Point-of-Care Ultrasound is a concise, image-rich, and clinically focused resource designed to guide healthcare professionals through the fundamentals and advanced applications of Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) in emergency, critical care, and field settings. This first edition serves as a pocket reference that outlines essential scanning techniques, diagnostic protocols, and ultrasound-guided procedures across a wide range of organ systems and clinical presentations. With foundational chapters covering ultrasound physics, transducer selection, and scanning techniques, the guide progresses through high-yield clinical protocols, including trauma (E-FAST), cardiac and lung evaluation, abdominal emergencies, vascular access, and soft tissue assessment. Clear illustrations and abundant images demonstrate proper probe positioning and image interpretation, helping clinicians quickly identify both normal anatomy and critical findings.