Point-of-care ultrasound (PoCUS) is a valuable, non-invasive tool for evaluating neck masses in the pediatric population. It enables rapid, real-time assessment and can accurately distinguish between common causes such as reactive or inflammatory lymphadenopathy, infections, and malignancy. At the bedside, PoCUS enhances diagnostic accuracy beyond physical examination alone and plays a key role in guiding further investigations or referrals.

The KidSONO lymph node assessment module equips learners with the knowledge and technical skills needed to confidently perform and interpret cervical lymph node ultrasound. Upon completion, clinicians will be able to integrate PoCUS findings with the clinical picture to guide safe, timely, and informed decision-making in the management of pediatric neck swelling.

• Describe the indications and limitations of point-of-care ultrasound for pediatric lymph node assessment.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform a systematic PoCUS examination of cervical lymph nodes.
• Distinguish normal from abnormal lymph nodes, categorize types of abnormalities, and apply findings to common clinical scenarios.

• Text-based review
• Instructional video
• Benchmark assessment: Theoretical knowledge
• Log 25 supervised scans
• Benchmark assessment: Image generation
• Benchmark assessment: Image interpretation and clinical application assessment
• Course evaluation
• Certificate of completion