Feasibility of using ultrasound in ambulances in Saudi Arabia

Figure 1 Distribution of study sample.

Figure 2 Knowledge on ultrasound.

Figure 3 Opinion on the inclusion of an ultrasound device in an ambulance.

Figure 4 Diagram of the importance of providing ultrasound courses for paramedics and the presence of a sonographer in the ambulance. A: The importance of providing ultrasound courses for paramedics; B: The importance of the presence of a sonographer in the ambulance.

Figure 5 Diagram of sonographers and physicians opinions. A: Sonographers opinions on paramedic ultrasound training; B: Physicians opinions on the presence of ultrasound devices in ambulances; and C: The dependence of emergency physicians on the report by trained paramedics or sonographers.

Figure 6 Endotracheal tube insertion.

Figure 7 Venous access.

Figure 8 Internal bleeding.

Figure 9 Pregnancy status.

Figure 10 Communication between ambulances and emergency departments.