Which of the following uses for ultrasound is NOT indicated in the prehospital setting?
A) Suprapubic, to identify the outline of the urinary bladder and uterus
B) Cardiac, to identify the cardiac wall motion and pericardial space
C) Umbilical, to identify the gestation age and sex of the fetus
D) Left upper quadrant, to identify the diaphragm and the spleen

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Identifying the gestational age and sex of a fetus is not a necessary task in the prehospital setting, and is better suited for clinical settings such as prenatal care or obstetrics/gynecology appointments. The other options listed are all potential uses of ultrasound in a prehospital setting to aid in patient assessment and diagnosis.

Which of the Following Uses for Ultrasound Is NOT Indicated