Carotid Ultrasound

In this lesson, we will identify what a carotid ultrasound procedure does and how it can help detect disorders of the vascular and neurological systems.  This is a noninvasive procedure that has few nursing interventions, however we will cover some procedures and treatments that nurses will need to be prepared to perform and educate clients about before and after the procedure.

Learning Objectives:

Upon the completion of this lesson, learners will be able to:

1. Understand the function of a carotid ultrasound as a diagnostic test
2. Describe a carotid ultrasound procedure
3. Identify follow up treatments that may be prescribed after a carotid ultrasound