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Clinical Skills for Sonographers: PPE, Sterile Technique, and Communication

Contributed on February 5, 2025, last reviewed and/or updated on February 5, 2025.

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Author(s)

Richelle Nanninga, BHSc, CRGS, CRCS – Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)

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This virtual simulation is designed to enhance sonography students’ clinical skills by focusing on sterile technique, PPE use, and effective communication. Learners will follow Emma, a sonographer, through a series of patient encounters, including an inpatient scan with contact and droplet precautions and assisting with an ultrasound-guided thyroid biopsy. Throughout the simulation, students will practice setting up a sterile tray, donning and doffing PPE, and responding to breaches in sterility using conflict resolution strategies. By engaging in this interactive experience, learners will develop a deeper understanding of how teamwork and communication contribute to patient safety and high-quality care.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this simulation, you will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate the correct procedures for donning and doffing PPE in isolation cases.

  2. Employ sterile technique by preparing a sterile tray for an interventional procedure.

  3. Communicate effectively with the radiologist.

  4. Reflect on conflict resolution strategies.

Simulation Modality:

Virtual gaming simulation / virtual patient

Keywords:

335, Affinity Learning

Citation:

Nanninga R.. Clinical Skills for Sonographers: PPE, Sterile Technique, and Communication. Simulation resource published by Simulation Canada; 2025. Available from https://simulationcanada.ca/scenario/clinical-skills-for-sonographers-ppe-sterile-technique-and-communication/.

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Target Learners

Interprofessional:

No

Profession:

Sonography

Levels:

Undergraduate / post-secondary

Fields / Disciplines:

Ultrasound

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