Transvaginal Ultrasound

In this lesson we will discuss ultrasound, specifically transvaginal ultrasound, and priority nursing interventions associated with assisting with this test.

Learning Objectives:

At the end of this lesson, the learner will be able to:

1. Describe how ultrasound testing works, define what transvaginal means, and name 1-3 common diagnostic uses for ultrasound
2. Identify 3 nursing tasks to complete prior to transvaginal ultrasound, and 1-2 tasks to complete after the ultrasound