This is fourth in a sequence of structured, competency based clinical courses in concert with American Society of Radiologic Technologist (ASRT) curriculum and American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) competencies. Course emphasizes increasing technical proficiency in all previously covered radiographic procedures and introduces vertebral column, skull, facial bones, nasal bones, and sinuses. Experience in pediatric radiography is offered.
Goals, Topics, and Objectives
- Intermediate Radiographic and Mobile Equipment Manipulation
- Introductory Pediatric Radiography
- Introductory Vertebral Column and Bony Thorax Radiography
- Introductory Skull, Sinus, and Facial Bone Radiography
Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to:
- Apply radiation protection principles, practices and procedures.
- Prepare the room and patient for a radiographic exam.
- Obtain and record the proper medical history as mandated by the clinical site.
- Assure the patient’s safety during the exam.
- Utilize proper body mechanics when transferring patients.
- Apply universal precautions in the clinical setting.
- Align the x-ray tube and the image receptor accurately to capture the radiographic image.
- Identify anatomy in the radiographs submitted for demonstration of competency.
- Adopt pertinent rules regarding professionalism as mandated by the clinical site.
- Maintain patient confidentiality.
- Maintain competency in previously mastered examinations.
- Analyze, organize and perform examinations on pediatric patients to include use of adequate shielding and immobilization.
- Modify radiographic examinations for pediatric patients. 1.Complete Competency Tests in at least sixteen (16) examinations which may include: cervical spine, thoracic spine, lumbar spine, sacrum/coccyx, sacroiliac joints, ribs, sternum, sternoclavicular joints, portable hip, trauma hip, contrast studies, surgical radiographic studies to include C-arm and retrograde cystograms, and pediatric studies.
- Complete Procedure Tests under the supervision of a Clinical Instructor to include thoracic spine, cervical spine, sacrum/coccyx, skull, and facial bones.
- Apply previously mastered clinical skills to non-routine patients.
- Perform multiple radiographic examinations on a single patient.
- Conduct advanced radiographic image analysis.
- Produce quality radiographic images with intermediate technical proficiency.
Assessment and Requirements
Assessment of academic achievement will include a combination of tests, quizzes, assignments, presentations and participation.
Must obtain a grade of “C” or better to remain in the Radiography program.
Textbook(s) to be determined through program faculty approval.