This 4" × 6" deck of 200 physical flashcards is designed to support preparation for the CCI Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS) examination and is aligned with the updated exam criteria.

Developed as a focused study tool for experienced echocardiographers, the deck reflects the current ACS exam matrix, with content weighted to mirror the relative emphasis of each topic area on the exam. Each card presents a high-yield question on one side, with a concise, exam-relevant answer and explanation on the reverse to support efficient, targeted review. For questions that require dynamic image interpretation, QR codes link to example echocardiographic video clips.

The content is derived from faculty-vetted material and reviewed to ensure alignment with the new ACS exam criteria. Cards emphasize diagnostic reasoning, image interpretation, measurements and calculations, and clinical integration, making the deck suitable for both exam preparation and ongoing professional development.

Topics include:

• History integration, report completeness, and clinical communication

• Cardiomyopathies, cardiac masses, coronary artery disease, and stress echocardiography

• Pericardial disease, heart failure, aortic disease, and right heart assessment

• Systemic disease, special populations, mechanical circulatory support, and chemotherapy-related dysfunction

• Hemodynamic calculations and diastolic function

• Valvular heart disease, including native and prosthetic valves and endocarditis

• Structural heart disease and interventional echocardiography

• Advanced imaging, including 3D echocardiography, strain, and multi-modality integration

• Congenital heart disease (simple and complex)

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