Standard

RAD 104 Radiographic Procedures I

Course Description

Introduces the knowledge required to perform radiographic procedures applicable to the human anatomy. Emphasis will be placed on the production of quality radiographs, and laboratory experience will demonstrate the application of theoretical principles and concepts. Topics include: introduction to radiographic procedures; positioning terminology; positioning considerations; and procedures, anatomy, and topographical anatomy related to body cavities, upper extremities, and the shoulder girdle, imaging principles, radiographic quality, radiation protection, equipment introduction, and patient preparation/disclaimer contract.

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Competency Areas		Hours
Introduction to Radiographic Procedures		Class	4 in Standard 2 hrs in guide
Positioning Terminology		D. Lab	3 in std &guide
Positioning Considerations		P. Lab/O.B.I.	0
Procedures, Anatomy, and Topographical Anatomy Related to Body Cavities, Upper Extremities, and the Shoulder Girdle		Credit	5 – in Standard 3 in guide
Prerequisite:	AHS 101
Corequisite:

Course Guide

Competency	After completing this section, the student will:	Hours
		Class	D.Lab	P.Lab/ O.B.I.
INTRODUCTION TO RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES		1	0	0
Patient identification confirmation	Determine the patient's identity using information on the request form.
	Confirm the patient's identity by checking the wristband or questioning the patient.
Procedure confirmation	Record information obtained from the patient on the requisition form using knowledge of medical terminology.
	Examine the radiographic requisition form to verify the accuracy and completeness of information on the form.
POSITIONING TERMINOLOGY		2	1	0
Definitions	Define the following radiographic terms: view, position, and projection.
	Define the terms used to describe radiographic positioning.
Positioning aids	Describe various positioning aids in terms of applications and their advantages/disadvantages.
Accessories	Describe various accessory equipment in terms of function and application.
Calipers	Demonstrate the use of calipers.
Lead markers	Discuss lead markers in terms of functions, types, and applications.
POSITIONING CONSIDERATIONS		1	1	0
General considerations	Discuss general positioning considerations for radiographic procedures.
Simulations	Given clinical simulations for various radiographic procedures, explain the general positioning considerations involved.
PROCEDURES, ANATOMY, AND TOPOGRAPHICAL ANATOMY RELATED TO BODY CAVITIES, UPPER EXTREMITIES, AND THE SHOULDER GIRDLE		16	22	0
Thoracic cavity anatomy	Describe the anatomy of the thoracic cavity in terms of structure visualized and function demonstrated.
Positioning	Describe routine and special views of the thoracic cavity in terms of structures visualized; functions demonstrated; and general positioning considerations.
	Given clinical simulations for routine and special views of the thoracic cavity, explain the structures visualized; functions demonstrated; and the general positioning considerations involved.
	In a laboratory environment, perform radiographic procedures related to the thoracic cavity.
Image evaluation	Evaluate radiographs in terms of positioning accuracy, image quality, and anatomical structures visualized.
Abdominopelvic cavity anatomy	Describe the anatomy of the abdominopelvic cavity in terms of structure visualized and function demonstrated.
Positioning	Describe routine and special views of the abdominopelvic cavity in terms of structures visualized; functions demonstrated; and general positioning considerations.
	Given clinical simulations for routine and special views of the abdominopelvic cavity, explain the structures visualized; functions demonstrated; and the general positioning considerations involved.
	In a laboratory environment, perform radiographic procedures related to the abdominopelvic cavity.
Image evaluation	Evaluate radiographs in terms of positioning accuracy, image quality, and anatomical structures visualized.
Upper extremities anatomy	Describe the anatomy of the upper extremities in terms of structure visualized and function demonstrated.
Positioning	Describe routine and special views of the upper extremities in terms of structures visualized; functions demonstrated; and general positioning considerations.
	Given clinical simulations for routine and special views of the upper extremities, explain the structures visualized; functions demonstrated; and the general positioning considerations involved.
	In a laboratory environment, perform radiographic procedures related to the upper extremities.
Image evaluation	Evaluate radiographs in terms of positioning accuracy, image quality, and anatomical structures visualized.
Shoulder girdle anatomy	Describe the anatomy of the shoulder girdle in terms of structure visualized and function demonstrated.
Positioning	Describe routine and special views of the shoulder girdle in terms of structures visualized; functions demonstrated; and general positioning considerations.
	Given clinical simulations for routine and special views of the shoulder girdle, explain the structures visualized; functions demonstrated; and the general positioning considerations involved.
	In a laboratory environment, perform radiographic procedures related to the shoulder girdle.
Image evaluation	Evaluate radiographs in terms of positioning accuracy, image quality, and anatomical structures visualized.

Suggested Resources

Books

Adler, A.M. and Carlton, R.R. (1999). Introduction to Radiography and Patient Care (2^nd ed.). Philadelphia: Saunders.

Ballinger, P. W. (1999). Merrill's Atlas of Radiographic Positions and Radiographic Procedures (9th Ed.). St. Louis: Mosby.

Bontrager, K. (1997). Textbook of Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy (4^th ed.). St. Louis: Mosby Yr Bk.

Ehrlich, R. A., et al. (1999). Patient Care in Radiography (5^th ed.). St. Louis: Mosby.

Gurley, L. T. and Callaway, W.J. (1996). Introduction to Radiologic Technology (4th ed.). St. Louis: Mosby.

Kreel, L. (1980). Clark's Positioning in Radiography (Vol. 1) (10th ed.). St. Louis: Mosby Yr Bk.

Kreel, L. (1981). Clark's Positioning in Radiography (Vol. 2). St. Louis: Mosby Yr Bk.

Meschan, I. (1978). Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy (2nd ed.). Philadelphia: Saunders.

Torres, L. S., & Morrill, C. (1983). Basic Medical Techniques and Patient Care for RadiologicTechnologists (2nd ed.). Philadelphia: Lippincott.