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Ultrasound

Use of probe covers or other barriers, as well as cleaning the transducer between procedures to prevent cross-contamination. Continued contact with the manufacturer for inspection, calibration, software updating, and maintenance of US equipment. Use of color Doppler with every US exam to identify vessels before guided placement of in-plane needles. Archiving of images for possible future review as part of a teaching file of continuing quality improvement. All of the above are necessary for patient safety.