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Video 03-02: Hand Position Transverse

From: Pocket Guide to POCUS: Point-of-Care Tips for Point-of-Care Ultrasound

Using the hand position in the still image, the needle can be guided into the vessel using the follow-the-tip technique. This means that the needle is advanced until visible on the screen, then the probe is moved away from the needle until the bright white dot disappears. This process is repeated until the needle is well into the vessel.

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