GUSI POCUS Pocket Guide
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About the Guide
The GUSI POCUS Pocket Guide is a compact, easy-to-use reference designed to support clinicians at the point of care. Whether you’re in a busy emergency department, ICU, primary care clinic, or urgent care setting, this guide provides quick access to essential ultrasound protocols and best practices.
Covering seven critical applications—Focused assessment with sonography in trauma (FAST) exam, renal assessment, gallbladder evaluation, first-trimester obstetrics (OB), focused cardiac echo, lung ultrasound, and deep vein thrombosis—it helps ensure accurate image acquisition and interpretation in real time.
Developed by the Global Ultrasound Institute (GUSI), this pocket guide is the perfect companion to GUSI’s POCUS Essentials Course, reinforcing your learning and boosting confidence in clinical decision-making when it matters most.
What You’ll Discover
✅ Step-by-step scanning protocols for 7 essential POCUS applications
✅ Clear probe orientation and patient positioning guidance
✅ Key anatomical landmarks and pathological signs to identify
✅ Quick-reference tables and diagnostic algorithms
✅ High-quality ultrasound images with labeled anatomy
✅ Common pitfalls and troubleshooting tips for each exam type
Book Overview
FOCUSED ASSESSMENT WITH SONOGRAPHY IN TRAUMA (FAST/E-FAST)
Rapidly identify free fluid in the abdomen/chest, including pericardial effusion, using a systematic 6-view approach—critical for trauma patients and unstable presentations.
RENAL ULTRASOUND
Quickly assess for hydronephrosis, evaluate bladder volume and ureteral patency, and identify kidney stones with the twinkle sign—essential for patients with flank pain or urinary complaints.
GALLBLADDER ULTRASOUND
Detect gallstones, measure wall thickness, evaluate for cholecystitis, and assess common bile duct dilation using standardized scanning techniques and the sonographic Murphy’s sign.
What Makes This Pocket Guide Special
Portable, practical, and proven—designed by POCUS experts for clinicians who demand excellence at the point of care.
Point-of-Care Reference
Slip it into your pocket (or keep the soft copy on your phone) and have instant access to critical protocols during patient encounters. No need to leave the bedside or search through lengthy textbooks.
Evidence-Based Protocols
Every protocol is aligned with ACGME guidelines and current best practices, ensuring you’re following the most up-to-date clinical standards.
Visual Learning Approach
High-quality ultrasound images with clear anatomical labels help you quickly identify normal structures and recognize pathology.
Beginner-Friendly Design
Whether you’re just starting your POCUS journey or refining your skills, the straightforward layout makes complex concepts accessible.
Clinical Decision Support
Quick-reference tables and diagnostic algorithms help you rapidly interpret findings and make confident clinical decisions.
Comprehensive Coverage
Seven essential POCUS applications in one guide—from trauma assessment to cardiac evaluation—covering the core exams every clinician needs.
GUSI-Tested Content
Developed by Global Ultrasound Institute educators who’ve trained over 13,000 healthcare professionals worldwide across 250+ institutions.
Course Companion
Perfectly complements GUSI’s online POCUS Essentials Course, reinforcing key concepts and providing a hands-on reference for practical application.
Trusted by Clinicians Worldwide
As a Family Physician, I see immense value in integrating POCUS into primary care. It enhances diagnostic accuracy, improves patient confidence, and speeds up clinical decision-making—all from the bedside.
Dr Emma Khabure
The best thing that has ever happened in my nursing practice. Early referral of cases and detection of abnormal presentation especially in antenatal and labour ward has helped reduce delays that used to happen.
Veronica Matsangoni
Learning is made easier by the support provided to each student.
Dr. Kate Feibusch, MPH
POCUS Has Allowed Me to Find New Excitement in Primary Care, and Reduces Burnout by Providing Quicker Answers to Medical Problems in Real Time.
Dr Moses J. Syldcort
It is an honour to serve with such a wonderful team of GUSI instructors in promoting POCUS in Ukraine.
Dr. Vadym Vus
The POCUS workshop was clinically oriented and well-taught by experienced instructors [who were patient and engaging with new learners].
Dr Cindy Yang, FAAFP
Bedside ultrasound gave me greater diagnostic certainty [in minutes], which I could share with confidence with my patients.
Dr. Greg Bailey
It’s a solid foundation for anyone newer to OB POCUS, but still teaches plenty of advanced skills for clinicians with more experience.
Dr Claire Thomson
The [GUSI] Obstetric Essentials POCUS course gave me a clear framework for how to approach obstetric ultrasound [in real clinical settings].
Tara Ahmadi
See What's Inside: A Quick Walk-Through
Take a 2-minute tour of the GUSI POCUS Pocket Guide and discover how it can support your clinical practice.
From cover to cover, this pocket guide is designed with one goal: to make POCUS accessible and actionable at the point of care. Watch this brief overview to see how the seven protocols are organized, explore sample pages with annotated ultrasound images, and learn how this resource integrates with GUSI’s comprehensive POCUS training pathway.
Whether you’re in the emergency department, primary care clinic, or hospital setting, having evidence-based protocols at your fingertips can transform patient care. See for yourself how this portable guide delivers exactly what you need, when you need it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What POCUS applications are covered in this pocket guide?
The guide covers seven essential POCUS applications: FAST exam (trauma), renal ultrasound, gallbladder assessment, first-trimester OB, focused cardiac echo, lung ultrasound, and deep vein thrombosis evaluation—providing comprehensive coverage of the most commonly performed point-of-care scans.
Is this guide suitable for beginners or only experienced POCUS users?
It’s designed for all skill levels! Whether you’re just starting your POCUS journey or looking to refine your existing skills, the clear protocols, labeled images, and step-by-step guidance make it accessible for beginners while remaining valuable for experienced practitioners as a quick reference.
How does this pocket guide complement GUSI’s online courses?
This pocket guide is the perfect companion to GUSI’s POCUS Essentials Course and other specialty courses. It reinforces the concepts taught online and provides a portable reference you can use during clinical practice, helping bridge the gap between learning and real-world application.
What format is the pocket guide available in?
The pocket guide is available in a compact, durable print format designed to fit in your white coat pocket or clinical bag. The portable size (standard pocket guide dimensions) makes it easy to carry and reference at the bedside without being cumbersome.
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Designed by experts, tested in real clinical settings, and trusted by healthcare professionals across 250+ institutions worldwide—this is more than a pocket guide. It’s your clinical confidence, portable.
