Department of Health Sciences
Sub. Department: Radiologic Technology
COURSE: Radiologic Technology 105
Special Procedures
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Special technical procedures in Radiology. Angiography, equipment and accessories.
anatomy and physiology of involved areas. Emphasis on selective Angiography, Neuroradiology, Vascular and Non-Vascular studies and the role of the Radiologic
Technologist as part of the special procedure team. Total of 54 hours of lecture.
PRE-REQUISITES:
Minimum grade of ‘C’ in Radtc 119 and enrolled in Radtc 103C, 111, and 117C.
REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS:
1.
Fudamentals of Special Radiographic Procedures
Albert M. Snopek
Saunders
2006 5th edition
Merrill’s Atlas of Radiographic Positions and Radiologic Procedures, by Eugene
Frank, Bruce W. Long, Barbara J. Smith
Mosby Publishing Co.
11th edition
2.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Identify normal anatomy of the circulatory system
Identify normal anatomy of the nervous system.
Identify specialized equipment and instrumentation used in radiographic
special procedures.
Assist patients with their needs while undergoing special radiographic
procedure examinations.
List various contrast media used in special procedures and be able to select the
most appropriate contrast media used for a given examination.
Describe maintenance and management of the sterile environment.
List the various techniques utilized to administer contrast medium and
describe the most often used methods.
Describe and discuss the advantages and the disadvantages of radiographic
examinations, which require the introduction of contrast media, including the
signs or indications of adverse response by the patient.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
Describe the procedural steps involved in the Seldinger technique and the
lumbar puncture technique.
List and describe the various views most often used for diagnosis, the contrast
media most often used, and the patient preparation and monitoring devices
that should be in place.
Describe magnification, subtraction, and image reversal techniques that
enhance the imaging quality.
Define and discuss the various types of ‘patient consent’ and to describe the
Radiologic Technologist responsibility in obtaining the ‘informed consent’.
List and describe the responsibilities of the Radiologic Technologist before,
during and after the special radiographic procedure examination
Describe and discuss the role and the responsibility of the Radiologic
Technologist as the patient advocate.
GRADING SYSTEM:
Grading is on a total point system. Points are then transferred to a percentage.
Percents are as follows:
A= 92-100%
B= 83-91%
C= 75-82%
D= 66-74%
F= 65% and below
Assignments 20 points each
Late
10 points maximum
Exams:
Mid-term and Final
Make-up
Unit exams
Quizzes
Projects: Term
Late
100 points each
90 points maximum
50-65 points each
15-25 points each
100 points each
90 points maximum
TEST, QUIZZES, AND ASSIGNMENTS:
Tests will be announced ahead of time, if a test is missed, it must be made up.
Make up times will be arranged with the instructor at the instructor’s convenience.
There will be an automatic 10% deduction in the earned test score.
Quizzes will be given frequently and cannot be made up.
Assignments will be given with a due date. If the assignment is turned in late, 10
points will be deducted automatically. All assignments must be turned in whether
they are on time or late! If the assignments are not turned in at all, the student will
not pass the course.
ABSENT OR LATE:
If you are going to be late or absent, for any reason, you must contact the Rad. Tech
office or the instructor’s office and leave a message on the voice mail. The telephone
number is (626) 585-7469 for the office and the instructor.
Absences will follow the school policy:
A student may be dropped by the instructor when the total number of continuous or
cumulative absences, regardless of the cause, is equal to the number of hours the class
is scheduled to meet in a two-week period (please see the college bulletin).
Tardiness and absences will have a 5 point deduction, each, on the final grade.
REFERENCE MATERIALS:
The PCC Library has a large selection of Radiology books that may be of help
to the student. The student is encouraged to utilize the materials available in the
library and in the classroom as well as the internet. These materials include
“Radiologic Technology” magazine as well as other relevant publications. In addition
each clinical site has extensive reference information. Ask the instructor for
assistance.
COURSE:
Radiologic Technology 105
Special Procedures
INSTRUCTOR:
Ms. Leavon L. Spires, MA, BS, RT, (R), (T), CRT
Telephone Number: (626) 585-7469, cell: (323) 252-2122
CONFERENCE HOURS:
Thursday----11:00am---12:30pm
Or by appointment
Radiologic Technology 105
Course Outline---Schedule
09/03/09
Introduction and History of Special Procedures
Part I Design and Equipment
Design elements for Advanced Procedures
Image Capture—Analog and Digital
Text--Snopek
Reference: S. Bushong
Chapters 1 & 2
Role of the Image Intensifier
Pages 1---42
09/10/09
Automatic Injection
Instrumentation and Accessories
Handouts
Sterile Technique
Text/Handouts
09/17/09
Part II Basic Pharmacology
Introduction to Pharmacology
Contrast Media
Methology of Approach
Sterile Technique
Special Procedure Tray Set-up
Chapters 3 & 4
Pages 43--72
Chapters 5 & 6
Pages 73-116
09/24/09
Catch-Up
Quiz
10/01/09
Part III Patient Communication and Care
Principles of Patient Care
Principles of Angiography
Chapters 7 & 8
Equipment
Pages 117—143
Medical Legal Implications
Lab Session
Text/Handouts
Quiz Review
10/08/09
Part VII Other Special Procedures
Review Exam
Hysterosalpingography
Myelography
Sialography
Arthrography
Chapters 20, 21, 22
Sialography
and 23
Pedal Lymphography
Handouts
Pages 381--435
Text—
Summaries
10/15/09
Part V Diagnostic Vascular Procedures
Cardiac and Thoracic Procedures
Abdominal Aortography and G U System Procedures
Chapters 12 & 13
Pages 201--250
Text----Summaries
Study Guide for Mid Term Exam
10/22/09
Visceral Angiography
Peripheral Vascular Procedures
Neurologic Vascular Procedures
Chapters 14, 15 & 16
Pages 251---306
Text/handouts, Slide Presentations
Mid Term Exam
10/29/09
Part VI Interventional Techniques
Vascular Interventional Procedures
Cardiac Interventions
Nonvascular Interventional Procedures
Lab Session
Chapters 17, 18 & 19
Pages 307---380
Review of Mid Term Exam
Text/Handouts
11/05/09
Catch-up
Library Assignment
11/12/09
Catch-up
Written Term Project Due
Text/Handouts
Lab Activity
11/19/09
Field Trip---If Time Permits or
Guest Lecture
Interventional Procedures
Vascular Interventional
Angiography
Nonvascular Interventional
Radiology
11/26/09
Holiday----Campus Closed
12/03/09
Catch-Up
12/10/09
Summary
Study Guide for Final Exam
12/17/09
FINAL EXAM