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I. RAD 122 – RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES II
II. COURSE HOURS
 Theory
3 credit hours
 Lab
1 credit hour
 Clinical
0 credit hour
 Total
4 credit hours
 Total Contact - 6 hours
III. CLASS MEETING DATES/TIMES/LOCATION
IV. CLINICAL DATES/TIMES/LOCATION (None)
V. INSTRUCTOR, CONTACT INFORMATION, CONTACT POLICY, OFFICE
HOURS/LOCATION
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VI. COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course provides the student with instruction in anatomy and
positioning of spine, cranium, body systems and special procedures.
Theory and laboratory exercises will cover radiographic positions and
procedures with applicable contrast media administration.
Upon
completion of the course the student will demonstrate knowledge of
anatomy and positioning skills, oral communication and critical thinking in
both the didactic and laboratory settings.
VII. PREREQUISITE(S)/CO-REQUISITE(S)
CO-REQUISITE COURSES
PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES
VIII. TEXTBOOK(S) AND OTHER LEARNING RESOURCES
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IX. PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES/OBJECTIVES
MODULE A – ANATOMY AND POSITIONING OF VERTEBRAL COLUMN,
SACRUM AND COCCYX
A1.0 Position patients and produce images of the specified system.
A1.1 Position patients for examinations of the vertebral column,
sacrum, and coccyx.
A1.1.1 Explain general procedural considerations for radiographic
examinations.
A1.1.2 Identify equipment and supplies necessary to complete
radiographic procedures.
A1.1.3 Identify patient preparation processes for specific
radiographic procedures.
A1.1.4 Explain the routine and special views for specific
radiographic procedures.
A1.1.5 Explain specific radiographic procedures to patients.
A1.2 Use radiographic equipment to produce images of the
vertebral column, sacrum, and coccyx.
A1.2.1 Explain general radiation safety and protection practices
associated with specific radiologic examinations.
A1.2.2 Describe pertinent anatomical structures related to specific
radiographic procedures.
A1.2.3 Evaluate images for positioning, centering, appropriate
anatomy and overall image quality.
MODULE B – ANATOMY AND POSITIONING OF CRANIUM AND FACIAL
BONES
B1.0 Position patients and produce images of the specified system.
B1.1 Position patients for examinations of the cranium and facial
bones.
B1.1.1 Explain general procedural considerations for radiographic
examinations.
B1.1.2 Identify equipment and supplies necessary to complete
radiographic procedures.
B1.1.3 Identify patient preparation processes for specific
radiographic procedures.
B1.1.4 Explain the routine and special views for specific
radiographic procedures.
B1.1.5 Explain specific radiographic procedures to patients.
B1.2 Use radiographic equipment to produce images of the
cranium and facial bones.
B1.2.1 Explain general radiation safety and protection practices
associated with specific radiologic examinations.
B1.2.2 Describe pertinent anatomical structures related to specific
radiographic procedures.
B1.2.3 Evaluate images for positioning, centering, appropriate
anatomy and overall image quality.
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MODULE C – ANATOMY AND POSITIONING OF THE ALIMENTARY CANAL
C1.0 Position patients to produce images of the specified system.
C1.1 Position patients for examinations of the alimentary canal.
C1.1.1 Explain general procedural considerations for radiographic
examinations.
C1.1.2 Identify equipment and supplies necessary to complete
radiographic procedures.
C1.1.3 Identify patient preparation processes for specific
radiographic procedures.
C1.1.4 Explain the routine and special views for specific
radiographic procedures.
C1.1.5 Explain specific radiographic procedures to patients.
C1.1.6 Explain general radiation safety and protection practices
associated with specific radiologic examinations.
C1.1.7 Describe pertinent anatomical structures related to specific
radiographic procedures.
C1.1.8 Evaluate images for positioning, centering, appropriate
anatomy and overall image quality.
MODULE D – ANATOMY AND POSITIONING OF THE URINARY SYSTEM
D1.0 Position patients to produce images of the specified system.
D1.1.1 Explain general procedural considerations for radiographic
examinations.
D1.1.2 Identify equipment and supplies necessary to complete
radiographic procedures.
D1.1.3 Identify patient preparation processes for specific
radiographic procedures.
D1.1.4 Explain the routine and special views for specific
radiographic procedures.
D1.1.5 Explain specific radiographic procedures to patients.
D1.1.6 Explain general radiation safety and protection practices
associated with specific radiologic examinations.
D1.1.7 Describe pertinent anatomical structures related to specific
radiographic procedures.
D1.1.8 Evaluate images for positioning, centering, appropriate
anatomy and overall image quality.
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MODULE E – ANATOMY AND POSITIONING OF THE CIRCULATORY
SYSTEM, NERVOUS SYSTEM, AND JOINTS
E1.0 Explain considerations for positioning patients for examination of the
circulatory system, nervous system, and joint components.
E1.1 This competency is measured cognitively.
E1.1.1 Explain general procedural considerations for radiographic
examinations.
E1.1.2 Identify equipment and supplies necessary to complete
radiographic procedures.
E1.1.3 Identify patient preparation processes for specific
radiographic procedures.
E1.1.4 Explain the routine and special views for specific
radiographic procedures.
E1.1.5 Explain specific radiographic procedures to patients.
E1.1.6 Explain general radiation safety and protection practices
associated with specific radiologic examinations.
E1.1.7 Describe pertinent anatomical structures related to specific
radiographic procedures.
E1.1.8 Evaluate images for positioning, centering, appropriate
anatomy and overall image quality.
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X. OUTLINE OF MODULES
MODULE A – ANATOMY AND POSITIONING OF VERTEBRAL COLUMN, SACRUM
AND COCCYX
 Radiographic anatomy and articulations
 Vertebral Column
 Vertebral (spinal) curvatures
 Sacrum
 Coccyx
 Radiographic positioning considerations
 Topographical Landmarks
 Technical Considerations
 Mobile / surgical
 Basic and Special Projections
 Cervical Spine
 AP Open Mouth
 AP Axial
 Obliques
 Lateral
 Trauma Lateral
 Cervicothoracic Lateral (Swimmer’s)
 Hyperflexion
 Hyperextension
 AP (Fuchs’ method)
 PA (Judd method)
 Thoracic Spine
o AP
o Lateral (breathing and expiration)
 Lumbar Spine:
o AP
o PA
o Obliques
o Lateral
o Lateral L5-S1
o AP Axial, L5-S1
o AP right and left bending
o Lateral flexion and extension
 Scoliosis Series:
o AP / PA (Ferguson Method)
 Sacrum:
o AP Axial
o Lateral
 Coccyx:
o AP
o Lateral
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MODULE B – ANATOMY AND POSITIONING OF CRANIUM AND FACIAL BONES
 Radiographic anatomy and articulations
 Cranium
 Facial Bones
 Radiographic positioning considerations
 Mobile / surgical
 Basic and special projections
 Skull
o AP Axial (Towne Method)
o PA Axial (Haas Method)
o Lateral
o PA Axial 15º (Caldwell Method)
o PA
o Submentovertex (SMV), (Basilar Position)
o Trauma lateral
o Trauma AP (15º cephalad)
o Trauma AP (no angle)
o Trauma AP, axial (Towne)
 Facial Bones
o Lateral
o parietoacanthial (Waters)
o PA (Caldwell)
o PA (modified Waters)
 Mandible
o Axiolateral
o PA no angle
o AP axial (Towne)
o PA semi-axial
o PA (modified Waters)
o Submentovertex
 Zygomatic Arches
o Submentovertex
o parietoacanthial (Waters)
o AP axial (Towne)
o Axial oblique
o Lateral
 Temporomandibular Joints
o Lateral (Law)
o Lateral (Schuller)
o AP axial (Towne)
 Nasal Bones
o parietoacanthial (Waters)
o lateral
o PA (Caldwell)
 Orbits
o parietoacanthial (Waters)
o Lateral
o PA (Caldwell)
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Paranasal Sinuses
o Lateral
o PA (Caldwell)
o Parietoacanthial (Waters)
o Submentovertex
o Open mouth parietoacanthial (Waters)
MODULE C – ANATOMY AND POSITIONING OF THE ALIMENTARY CANAL
 Radiographic Anatomy
 Upper gastrointestinal tract
 Lower gastrointestinal tract
 Accessory organs
 Body Habitus
 Radiographic positioning considerations
 Mobile / surgical
 Patient education
o Technologist’s responsibility
o Standard procedure
o Preparation for exam
 Diet
 Laxatives
 Enemas
 Procedure and follow-up care
 Contrast Media
 Basic and special projections
 Esophagus
o RAO
o Lateral
o AP / PA
o LAO
o Swallowing dysfunction study
 Upper GI Series
o AP scout
o RAO
o PA
o Right Lateral
o LPO
o AP
 Small Bowel Series:
o PA scout
o PA (follow through)
o Ileocecal spots
o Enteroclysis procedure
 Barium Enema
o PA and/or AP
o RAO and LAO
o LPO and RPO
o Lateral Rectum
o Right Lateral Decubitis
o Left Lateral Decubitis
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o PA (AP) Postevacuation
o AP or PA Axial
Surgical Cholangiography
o AP
ERCP
o AP
MODULE D – ANATOMY AND POSITIONING OF THE URINARY SYSTEM
 Radiographic anatomy
 Urinary System
 Radiographic positioning considerations
 Mobile / surgical
 Iodinated Contrast Agents
 Patient education
 Basic and Special Projections
 Intravenous Urography:
o AP (scout and series)
o Nephrotomography
o RPO and LPO
o AP post void (upright)
o PA post void
o AP ureteric compression
 Retrograde Pyelography
o AP (scout, pyelogram, and ureterogram)
 Cystography
o AP (10º to 15º caudad)
o Oblique
o Lateral
o AP
 Cystourethrography
o Male – RPO (30º) voiding
o Female – AP voiding
MODULE E – ANATOMY AND POSITIONING OF THE CIRCULATORY SYSTEM,
NERVOUS SYSTEM, AND JOINTS
 Radiographic anatomy and articulations
 Components of the circulatory system
 Pulmonary and General systemic circulation
 Central nervous system
 Joint components
 Positioning considerations
 Mobile / surgical
 Arthrography
 Myelography
 Venography
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XI. EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT
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XII.
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ATTENDANCE
a. Students are expected to attend all classes for which they are
registered. Students who are unable to attend class regularly,
regardless of the reason or circumstance, should withdraw from that
class before poor attendance interferes with the student’s ability to
achieve the objectives required in the course. Withdrawal from class
can affect eligibility for federal financial aid. Withdrawal from class
can prohibit progression in nursing and allied health programs.
b. Students are expected to attend all clinical rotations required for each
course. Only excused absences will be considered for make up.
However, due to limited clinical space and time, clinical make up days
cannot be guaranteed.
Failure to complete clinical rotations will
prohibit progression in nursing and allied health programs.
XIII.
STATEMENT ON DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT
The College and the Alabama Board of Education are committed to
providing both employment and educational environments free of
harassment or discrimination related to an individual’s race, color, gender,
religion, national origin, age, or disability. Such harassment is a violation
of State Board of Education policy. Any practice or behavior that
constitutes harassment is a violation of State Board of Education policy.
Any practice or behavior that constitutes harassment or discrimination will
not be tolerated.
XIV.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES
The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504) and the American with
Disabilities Act of 1990 state that qualified students with disabilities who
meet the essential functions and academic requirements are entitled to
reasonable accommodations. It is the student’s responsibility to provide
appropriate disability documentation to the College. Please contact the
ADA representative.
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XV.
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COURSE CALENDAR
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XVI.
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STUDENT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM
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