Watch the above video for 16 most important views to get on TEE. Here is a comprehensive Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE) protocol with tips and tricks: Pre-Procedure Preparation 1. *Patient preparation*: Ensure the patient is fasting for at least 4-6 hours before the procedure. 2. *Informed consent*: Obtain informed consent from the patient, explaining the procedure, risks, and benefits. 3. *Vital sign assessment*: Assess the patient's vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, and oxygen saturation. 4. *Medication review*: Review the patient's medications and consider withholding anticoagulants or adjusting sedation as needed. Equipment Preparation 1. *TEE probe*: Ensure the TEE probe is properly cleaned, disinfected, and ready for use. 2. *Ultrasound system*: Set up the ultrasound system, selecting the TEE probe and adjusting settings as needed. 3. *Monitoring equipment*: Ensure monitoring equipment, such as ECG, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation monitors, ...
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