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6. Aim the probe toward the expected location of the bladder. For most patients, this means angling the
probe slightly toward the patient’s tail bone (coccyx) so the scan clears the pubic bone.
7. If you are scanning an obese patient, lift as much abdominal adipose tissue out of the way of the
instrument as possible. Apply more pressure to the probe in order to reduce the amount of adipose
tissue through which the ultrasound must pass.
8. Ensure that there are no air gaps between the probe and the patient’s skin and that you are applying
enough pressure to maintain adequate skin contact until the scan is complete.
9. Press and release the Scan button located on the underside of the probe. Hold the probe steady while
scanning; avoid changing its position, angle, or pressure.
As the scan progresses, sections of the bladder will appear on the console screen. When you hear the
end‑scan tone, the scan is complete.
Note: Hold the probe steady while scanning. Movement will reduce the accuracy of the measurement.
Scan button
Aiming display
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