Student ___________________
Date of Rotation_____________
Medical Imaging (MI)
OBJECTIVES
After participation in this rotation, the Health Science student will gain knowledge of various procedures
that are performed in the Medical Imaging department, will be able to identify what types of staff members
are employed on the units and their roles, and will be able to identify the important aspects of medical
image testing.
PRE-ROTATION ASSIGNMENT
Define the following terms:
1. fluoroscopy
2. magnetic resonance imaging
3. nuclear medicine
4. computed tomography
5. sonography
6. myelogram
7. upper GI tract xray
8. lower GI tract xray
9. angiogram
10. cholecystogram
11. ionizing radiation
12. KUB
Instructor__________
13. Explain the difference between a cholangiogram and a cholecystogram.
14. What safety techniques are used to protect health care workers in Medical Imaging from
excess radiation exposure.
15. Explain the difference between MRI and CT.
16. What is scattered radiation?
17. What type of contrast medium is used for upper and lower GI x-rays?
18. Define the following:
Superior
Inferior
Cranial
Caudal
Ventral
Dorsal
Medial
Lateral
Proximal
Distal
19. Describe the various warning labels found in Medical Imaging, what they mean, and where they
are located.
20. What types of exams can be performed with the CT Scanner?
21. Describe the role of the Radiologist in the Medical Imaging Department.
22. Explain the benefit of using fluoroscopy studies over a conventional x-ray.
23. Describe what type of professionals work in Medical Imaging and explain their roles.
Medical Imaging (MI)
Thank you for mentoring the Denton ISD Health Science student on your unit. Your time and leadership
is greatly valued and I appreciate your feedback on student performance while on your unit.
OBSERVED/ASSISTED
1. Procedures
a. patient transport
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b. patient identification
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c. x-ray
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d. CT scan
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e. MRI
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f. fluoroscopy
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g. ultrasound
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h. reporting results
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i. other______________________________
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Mentor Signature
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Date
Evaluation Sheet for Clinical Rotation
Student name: _______________________________________________________________________
Rotation site: ___________________________________
Date: ____________________
Please evaluate the student for each category and mark the appropriate box. The scale proceeds from a high of 5 to a low of 0.
Area of Evaluation
5
4
Presents proper appearance:
Professional grooming.
Neat and clean.
Meets professional standards.
Attitude toward learning:
Takes initiative and seeks opportunities to learn.
Asks pertinent questions.
Demonstrates enthusiasm.
Exhibits emotional maturity.
Observes rules:
Observes safety factors.
Demonstrates understanding of Medical Ethics and
Confidentiality.
Quality of work:
Uses proper techniques.
Takes pride in work.
Exhibits ability to follow directions.
Quantity of work:
Follows directions.
Completes tasks on time.
Productive use of time.
Cooperates with others:
Works well with others.
Readily assists others.
Displays good human relations:
Shows tact and understanding.
Respectful of others.
Exhibits a positive attitude.
Comments:
Mentor:_____________________________________________
Date:___________________________________
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2
1
0
Medical Imaging (MI)
Post Rotation Reflection
(due on Friday or Monday after Rotation on Unit)
Answer the following questions using complete sentences and correct grammar/punctuation. Answer ALL questions.
1. The mentor(s) that I was assigned to was_____________________________________. Their
title(s) are_______________________________.
2. What did you like best about your rotation day in the department? Why?
3. What did you like least about your rotation day in this department? Why?
4. What skills did you perform while on this unit?
5. List five pieces of medical equipment that you observed on the unit this week.
6. What patient diagnosis and procedures did you learn about?
7. What medical terminology or abbreviations did you encounter? Name at least three and provide
definition or meaning.
8. Interview your mentor. List their educational background, job description, years of experience,
and level of job satisfaction.
Using the following space, write an essay describing your overall experience on the unit. When
reflecting on your day in the unit, think about your responsibility in your learning. What could you
have done differently to ensure that you have the optimal experience?
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Student Signature___________________________________ Date____________________