SOTUS Course
Special Operations Tactical Ultrasound Course
The Special Ops Tactical Ultrasound (SOTUS) course is a ultrasound protocol to aid in the management of multi-trauma patients by identifying and prioritizing life-threatening injuries. The tac-FAST is integrated into the secondary survey after hemorrhage and immediate life threatening airway and circulation conditions have been treated. The tac-FAST utilizes a single transducer for diagnosis (the cardiac phased array transducer) of abdominal, thoracic, and cardiac injuries. The linear transducer is utilized primarily for procedures: venous access, arterial access, and nerve blocks.
Course Information
COURSE ITINERARY REGISTRATION INFORMATION COURSE FLYER
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Course Powerpoints
Introduction & Orientation FAST Exam Cardiac Windows and IVC Putting It Into Clinical Context Thoracic Ultrasound Obstetric Evaluation
ICP & Ocular Ultrasound Superficial Ultrasound Applications Ultrasound Needle Guidance for Procedures Putting It All Together - Tac-FAST
Tac-Fast Putting it all together video
WRITTEN TESTHANDS-ON TEST
Tactical POCUS Training
The Tactical FAST Exam (tac-FAST) is a ultrasound protocol to aid in the management of multi-trauma patients by identifying and prioritizing life-threatening injuries. The tac-FAST is integrated into the secondary survey after hemorrhage and immediate life threatening airway and circulation conditions have been treated. The tac-FAST utilizes a single transducer for diagnosis (the cardiac phased array transducer) of abdominal, thoracic, and cardiac injuries. The linear transducer is utilized primarily for procedures: venous access, arterial access, and nerve blocks.
Tactical Educational Links:
POCUS in a Tactical Environment Tactical Fast Cardiac Windows Ocular US Tactical Needle Guidance Nerve Block
Reboa Ultrasound-Based Decision Algorithm Reboa Balloon Location Using UltrasoundUltrasound Educational Resources