Registration closes on Friday, September 10, 2021 at 12:00 PM EDT
The RPhS Review Course is a series of on-demand lectures and a live stream session that includes a mock exam and discussion. Improve your understanding of venous duplex ultrasound and the basics of lower extremity arterial disease, arterial testing, and indirect venous testing. Review the types of testing and treatment options for patients with venous disease, and distinguish treatment choices based on patient presentation. Compare venous ultrasonography with clinical anatomy and and understand how to maintain equipment information, facility, and safety in phlebology organizations. The RPhS Review Course will prepare you to perform the major duties and tasks as listed in the outline content of the CCI RPhS Examination outline.
Earn up to 10.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ if you complete the full course!
Who is this course for?
- Sonographers, physicians, physician assistants, and other healthcare professionals who desire to improve their knowledge and competence related to venous ultrasound.
- Healthcare professionals preparing to sit for the Cardiovascular Credential lnternational's (CCI) Registered Phlebology Sonographer (RPhS) certification exam
Course Objectives
- Recognize anatomy, physiology and pathology of the deep and superficial venous systems
- Describe the various techniques for treating venous disease and the associated role of duplex ultrasound
- Compare venous disease classification tools such as CEAP and VCSS
- Distinguish treatment choices based on patient presentation using classification tools such as CEAP and VCSS
- Define the ultrasonographer's role in maintaining information, facility, and safety
- Discuss the increasing importance of credentialing for health care professionals
Course Chair
| Sara Skjonsberg | BS, RVT, RPhS |  |
Faculty
| Linda Antonucci | RVT, RPhS, RDCS |
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| Mariah Elliott | RVT, RPhS |  |
| Marresa Houle | BS, RVT, RPhS |  |
Agenda
| On-Demand | September 11, 2021 |
| On-demand | Live Stream |
Venous Anatomy, Lower Extremity, Pelvis & Upper Extremity Linda Antonucci, RPhS, RVT, RDCS |
10:00 am - 12:30 pm EDT Mock RPhS Exam with answer discussion Sara Skjonsberg, BS, RVT, RPhS, Mariah Elliott, RVT, RPhS & Marresa Houle, BS, RVT, RPhS |
Venous Thrombosis & Venous Hemodynamics Marresa Houle, BS, RVT, RPhS |
12:30 pm - 1:00 pm EDT Question & Answer discussion for on-demand lectures Sara Skjonsberg, BS, RVT, RPhS, Mariah Elliott, RVT, RPhS & Marresa Houle, BS, RVT, RPhS |
Patient History and Physical Examination, including CEAP and VCSS Linda Antonucci, RPhS, RVT, RDCS |
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Ultrasound Physics & Principles Marresa Houle, BS, RVT, RPhS |
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Spotting Arterial Disease in the Vein Clinic, Performing the ABI Sara Skjonsberg, BS, RVT, RPhS |
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Indirect Testing - Venous Marresa Houle, BS, RVT, RPhS |
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Performance of a Lower Extremity Venous Duplex Examination - Thrombosis and Reflux Marresa Houle, BS, RVT, RPhS |
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Performance of Pelvic Venous Examination Sara Skjonsberg, BS, RVT, RDCS |
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Upper Extremity Venous Disease Sara Skjonsberg, BS, RVT, RDCS |
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Non-Surgical Management of CVI, Lymphedema & Phlebolyphedema Linda Antonucci, RPhS, RVT, RDCS |
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Treatment Options for Chronic Venous Disease Sara Skjonsberg, BS, RVT, RPhS |
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Pre, During & Post Intervention Ultrasound Linda Antonucci, RPhS, RVT, RDCS |
Details
September 11, 2021
Credit Designation Statement
The American Vein & Lymphatic Society (AVLS) designates this internet enduring activity for a maximum of 7.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
The American Vein & Lymphatic Society (AVLS) designates this live internet activity for a maximum of 3.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Accreditation
Physicians
The American Vein & Lymphatic Society (AVLS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Nurses & Nurse Practitioners
The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) accept AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ from organizations accredited by the ACCME for re-licensure and recertification requirements.
Sonographers
The American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers® (ARDMS®) and Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) accept AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ from organizations accredited by the ACCME toward credential renewal for Registered Phlebology Sonographers (RPhS) and Registered Vascular Specialists (RVS).
Physician Assistants
The American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ from organizations accredited by the ACCME for re-licensure and recertification requirements.
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