RADS1251 — Radiological Procedures 2
Academic Division: Radiological Sciences 3 Credit(s) Radiographic procedures of the pelvic girdle, shoulder girdle, bony thorax and spine will be presented. Special imaging procedures of the joints (Arthrography) and of the spine (Myelography) will be introduced. Concepts of Pediatric Radiography will be covered in this course. An introduction to Radiographic Pathology will be presented. Students will learn to recognize various pathologic diseases on radiographs. Laboratory exercises in an energized lab provide the student with practical application of the classroom material. Radiation protection is emphasized. Medical terminology is correlated with the content of the course. Radiographic images will be evaluated. 3 Lab Hour(s) 2 Lecture Hour(s); Required Simulation Rubric; Lab practice and exercises weeks 1-15 Manipulate the radiographic equipment correctly for any given exam. Simulation Rubric; Lab practice and exercises weeks 1-15 Demonstrate correct radiation protection practices. Simulation Rubric; Lab practice and exercises weeks 1-15 Use effective oral, written and nonverbal communications skills when interacting within the radiology field. Simulation Rubric; Lab practice and exercises weeks 1-15, medical terminology tests weeks 4 and 11; Identify anatomic structures on radiographic images. Worksheets; Lab image analysis exercises weeks 1-15; course exams weeks 3,5,7,9,12,15 Evaluate medical images for diagnostic and technical accuracy. Worksheets; Lab image analysis e
Prerequisites: RADS1150