Getting a Renal (Belly) Ultrasound Social Story

Graphic of a man and a woman who need an ultra sound. The man has pain in his belly and the woman is pregnant.

If the doctor wants to see the inside of my body, I will get an ultrasound.

Graphic of a medical gown.

They will bring me into a room where I will change into a gown or pajamas.

Graphic of a nurse helping a pregnant woman lie down on an exam table.

The doctor will come into the room and have me lie down on a table.

Graphic of an ultrasound technician examining a pregnant woman.

The doctor will put sticky gel on my belly or back. The gel may be cold, but nothing will hurt.

Graphic of an ultrasound screen showing pictures of the patient's belly.

Using a special wand, they will take pictures of the inside of my belly.

There is a graphic of a woman getting ultrasounded, she has a friend with her to keep her calm.

I can see the pictures on a screen! I can ask questions, or my support person can.

Graphic of a teddy bear and someone holding hands a text bubble says

I can bring a stuffed animal or hold my support person’s hand. I can also ask for a break at any time.

Graphic of a hand with a paper towel wiping off the ultrasound jelly.

When we are done, I can wipe the jelly off. I can ask the doctor for help if I need it.

Graphic of a man walking out of the hospital room, he is done.

The doctor will leave the room, and I can put my clothes back on.

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This information was developed by the Autism Services, Education, Resources, and Training Collaborative (ASERT). For more information, please contact ASERT at 877-231-4244 or info@PAautism.org. ASERT is funded by the Bureau of Supports for Autism and Special Populations, PA Department of Human Services.