HIMAP POCUS protocol for early evaluation of undifferentiated shocked patients at the emergency department: A prospective study of diagnostic accuracy and time efficiency

Key Points

• Emergency department clinicians achieved remarkable results with the HIMAP POCUS technique for diagnosing undifferentiated shock.
• The HIMAP POCUS method significantly improves diagnostic performance, enabling faster evaluations for emergency care.
• Prospective assessment demonstrates the time efficiency and accuracy of the HIMAP POCUS protocol in real-time patient evaluations.
• The implementation of the HIMAP POCUS technique can enhance emergency responses, potentially leading to better patient outcomes.