This chapter introduces point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS), defining it as the real-time use of ultrasound by clinicians at the patient's bedside to aid in diagnosis and treatment. It discusses the evolution of POCUS technology from cart-based machines to portable handheld devices.
POCUS is used by the treating clinician at the patient's bedside.
It's not meant to replace imaging specialists.
Technology has advanced from cart-based to handheld devices.