| 08:00 — 15:00 h. |
Hands-on section of the course |
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Faculty: Same as Day 1 |
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4 models and 4 ultrasound machines. Groups of 5–6 participants. |
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| 08:00 h. |
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Physical examination and preparation for the procedure |
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Measurements of the lesion and imaging |
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| 10:30 h. |
COFFEE BREAK |
| 11:00 h. |
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Puncture techniques |
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USFNA and core needle biopsy. Other procedures |
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Handling of ultrasound machines and biopsy devices |
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Final hands-on consolidation and wrap-up discussion |
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| 14:00 h. |
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT AND ISSUANCE OF CERTIFICATES |
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Practical exam (evaluation of nodule measurements and nodule targeting with ultrasound-guided puncture; up to 3 attempts allowed, 1 successful attempt required) |
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Distribution of certificates |
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| 15:00 h. |
CLOSING AND FINAL WORDS |
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EXTRA CONTENT, FINAL EVALUATION AND SATISFACTION SURVEY |
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supplementary bibliography |
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Multiple choice test |
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Satisfaction survey |
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Multiple-choice exam (Q&A to assess take-home messages from the course |
The course has been accredited with 14 credits by SEAFORMEC-UEMS 
