Chapter 5 - Working With Scan Modes
Using M-Mode Image Controls
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Ultrasound Cursor
You can move the ultrasound cursor using these methods:
• Click the ultrasound cursor, drag it to a new location, and click again.
• Type a period (
.
) to select the ultrasound cursor, then use the keyboard left and right
arrows to move it
• Click the ultrasound cursor and use the keyboard left and right arrows to move it
• Double-click the image where you want to move the ultrasound cursor (in 2D mode,
this also starts PWD-mode scanning)
When the ultrasound cursor is selected, it turns green. When it locks in position, it returns
to its normal color.
Using Anatomical M-Mode
Anatomical M-Mode is a feature available when you select the Cardiac exam with a 4V2
transducer connected. It is not available with other transducers or exams. Anatomical M-
Mode lets you manipulate the ultrasound cursor by clicking and dragging it. You can
change the angle of the ultrasound cursor, and offset the line in the scan area.
Adjusting the Ultrasound Cursor Angle
To change the scan-line angle using Anatomical M-Mode:
1.
Click
Anatomical M-Mode
to enable it.
The software adds a crossbar and arrowhead to the ultrasound cursor.
2.
Click on the
ultrasound cursor
.
The ultrasound cursor turns green, and a curved arrow replaces the finger pointer.
