Acquisition and retention of lung ultrasound skills by respiratory therapists: A curriculum for respiratory therapists.

Amanda Young Derek Wu Frank MyslikDany BurkeMichelle StephensRobert T Arntfield

Published in: Canadian journal of respiratory therapy : CJRT = Revue canadienne de la therapie respiratoire : RCTR (2023)

The RTs in our study have demonstrated competence in acquisition and interpretation of upper lung zone images. They have also reported confidence in acquiring and interpreting upper lung zone images. More experience appears to be required to gain competence and confidence in lower lung zone ultrasound. Next steps would be to repeat the present study with a higher number of RTs completing at least 20 lung POCUS studies.

Keyphrases

deep learning
convolutional neural network
optical coherence tomography
machine learning
computed tomography
ultrasound guided