Free RDCS Adult Echocardiography Exam Prep
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer - Adult Echocardiography Specialty
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PathologyYou are here
Master valve pathologies (stenosis/regurgitation), ischemic disease with wall motion abnormalities, cardiomyopathies (dilated, hypertrophic, restrictive), pericardial disease, and cardiac masses. This is the largest portion of the exam.
Measurement Techniques, Maneuvers, and Sonographic Views
Learn LV measurement techniques, ejection fraction calculations (Simpson's method, Teichholz), diastolic function assessment (E/A ratio, deceleration time, tissue Doppler), and hemodynamic calculations (pressure gradients, valve areas, Qp/Qs ratios).
Anatomy and Physiology
Review cardiac chamber anatomy, valve structure and function, coronary artery territories, great vessel anatomy, cardiac cycle phases, and normal Doppler flow patterns.
Clinical Care and Safety
Study patient preparation protocols, positioning techniques, universal precautions, emergency recognition and response, and quality assurance procedures.
Instrumentation, Optimization, and Contrast
Review transducer selection, image optimization controls, Doppler settings (color, pulsed, continuous wave), artifact recognition, contrast agent use, and standard scanning protocols.
Can You Take the RDCS Adult Echocardiography Exam?
Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements
- •Meet one current ARDMS prerequisite pathway and submit its required documentation
- •Pass both AE and SPI within five years of each other; either exam may be taken first
- •Submit the AE application and $300 exam fee
- •Schedule the exam through Pearson VUE after authorization
RDCS Adult Echocardiography Quick Facts
Time to Get Licensed
10-14 weeks for focused study
From start to license in hand
Retake Policy
After an unsuccessful attempt, candidates may reapply after 3 days but must wait 60 days before retaking the exam.
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What You'll Study
12 chapters covering everything you need to pass
Introduction & Exam Overview
2 sections
Cardiac Anatomy
3 sections
Cardiac Physiology & Hemodynamics
3 sections
Echo Modalities, Instrumentation & Contrast
3 sections
Standard Views, Windows & Protocol
4 sections
Quantification & Doppler Hemodynamic Calculations
5 sections
Aortic & Mitral Valve Disease
4 sections
Right-Sided, Prosthetic & Infective Valve Disease
3 sections
Ischemic Disease & Cardiomyopathies
5 sections
Pericardial Disease, Masses & Aorta
4 sections
Congenital Heart Disease & Shunts
2 sections
Clinical Care & Safety
2 sections
RDCS Adult Echocardiography Exam Details
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer - Adult Echocardiography Specialty
Administered by ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography)
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography) content outline
Valve pathologies, ischemic disease, cardiomyopathies, pericardial disease, aortic pathology, congenital defects, cardiac masses, prosthetic valves
LV dimensions, ejection fraction, diastolic function, hemodynamic calculations, Doppler measurements, wall motion scoring
Cardiac chambers, valves, great vessels, coronary circulation, cardiac cycle phases, systolic/diastolic function
Patient preparation, positioning, universal precautions, emergency protocols, quality control, ALARA principles
Transducer selection, image optimization, Doppler controls, artifacts, contrast agents, scanning protocols
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What's Next After the RDCS Adult Echocardiography?
After passing the RDCS Adult Echocardiography, you can pursue these career paths
RDCS Pediatric Echocardiography
Pediatric cardiac sonography specialty
RVT
Vascular technology credential
RDMS
General sonography credential
CCI CCT
Cardiac CT certification pathway
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