After reviewing this material the participant should be able to: 1. Discuss the indications and applications for performing lower extremity arterial examinations. 2. Explain a routine protocol for performing lower extremity arterial duplex/color and physiologic testing methods. 3. Describe standard measurements and diagnostic criteria for duplex/color evaluation of the lower extremity. 4. State diagnostic criteria for indirect evaluation of lower extremity arterial disease. An enclosed CME Quiz ($25.00 processing fee) can be submitted to Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute for 2.0 AMA Cat. 1 CME credits, if needed.
The Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute designates this educational activity for a maximum of 2.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
This product also meets CME/CEU requirements for ARDMS. Note: While offering the CME credit hours noted above, activities are not intended to provide extensive training or certification for exam performance or interpretation.
Date of Original Release: 4/11/2005
Reviewed for Content Accuracy: 4/1/2008
Termination Date of this Release: 4/1/2011