After viewing this video presentation, the participant should be able to: Explain the purpose of performing an abdominal aorta ultrasound examination; recognize the abdominal aorta and primary branches; describe scan techniques used to evaluate the abdominal aorta; identify ultrasound characteristics of aneurysm, pseudoaneurysm dissection, and rupture. 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. All AMA Category 1 credits are acceptable for ARDMS requirements.

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.