RADT 2250 Clinical Radiography III

Description

Clinical Radiography III applies previously learned concepts and theories in radiologic procedures. Focus will be on performance of patient care, professionalism, radiation safety and critical thinking. Focus will also be on student initiative while getting experience in a specialty modality. Clinical practice will be designed to allow student to have exposure to exams, quality control and paperwork that accompanies their chosen specialty.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

RADT 1160

Corequisite

None

Topics to be Covered

1. Demonstrate positioning skills of radiographic procedures.

2. Identify routine projections and anatomical structures for radiology exams.

3. Relating to patient condition and providing patient care appropriately.

4. Relating to all aged patients ranging from pediatrics through geriatrics.

5. Exploring cultural differences as it relates to all individuals within the healthcare environment.

6. Relaying instructions to patients and families prior, during, and after radiographic procedures.

7. Review images and determine changes to improve.

8. Adapt positioning skills to different types of body structures.

9. Recall prior knowledge and apply to unique situations within the clinical setting.

10. Recognize different radiographic equipment and appreciate its uses.

Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrates good judgment regarding radiation safety and patient safety

2. Demonstrates professionalism in clinical practice

3. Exercises critical thinking skills within specialized modality

4. Provide patient-centered clinically effective care for all patients regardless of age, gender, disability, special needs, ethnicity or culture

5. Demonstrates initiative in expanding skills within specialized modality

Credit Details

Lecture: 0

Lab: 0

OJT: 3 credits = 135 hours

MnTC Goal Area(s): None