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I. RAD 224 – CLINICAL EDUCATION IV
II. COURSE HOURS
Theory
0credit hours
Lab
0 credit hour
Clinical
8 credit hour
Total
8 credit hours
Total Contact - 24 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 students with the opportunity to correlate previous
instruction with applications in the clinical setting. Students will be under
the direct supervision of a qualified practitioner. Practical experience in a
clinical setting enables students to apply theory presented thus far and to
practice radiographic equipment manipulation, radiographic exposure,
routine radiographic positioning, identification, and patient care
techniques. Principles other imaging modalities will be presented. Upon
completion of the course, students will demonstrate practical applications
of radiographic procedures presented in current and previous courses.
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 - CLINICAL PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
A1.0 Perform radiographic procedures.
A1.1 In a clinical environment perform radiographic activities.
A1.1.1 Learning objectives are evaluated in courses
associated with this course.
A2.1 This competency is measured affectively.
A2.0 Value the importance of following procedures associated
with providing radiographic services.
MODULE B – NUCLEAR MEDICINE
B1.0 Describe elements of nuclear medicine.
B1.1 This competency is measured cognitively.
B1.1.1 Define terms associated with nuclear medicine.
B1.1.2 Describe the components of a nuclear medicine
scanner.
B1.1.3 Describe the controls found on a nuclear medicine
operator control console.
B1.1.4 Name the radiopharmaceuticals associated with
Nuclear medicine studies.
B1.1.5 Describe safety measures for working in nuclear
medicine.
MODULE C – ULTRASOUND
C1.0 Describe elements of ultrasound.
C1.1 This competency is measured cognitively.
C1.1.1 Define terms associated with ultrasound.
C1.1.2 Describe the use and purposes of ultrasound.
C1.1.3 Describe the components of a ultrasound scanner.
C1.1.4 Describe the controls found on a ultrasound
operator control console.
MODULE D – MAGNETIC RESONANCE (MR) IMAGING
D1.0 Describe elements of MR imaging.
D1.1 This competency is measured cognitively.
D1.1.1 Define terms associated with MR imaging.
D1.1.2 Describe pathological conditions best demonstrated
with MR imaging.
D1.1.3 Describe the components of a MR imaging scanner.
D1.1.4 Describe the controls found on a MR imaging
operator control console.
D1.1.5 Identify contraindications in performing MR
examinations.
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MODULE E – DIAGNOSTIC AND INTERVENTIONAL RADIOGRAPHY
E1.0 Describe elements of diagnostic and interventional radiography.
E1.1 This competency is measured cognitively.
E1.1.1 Define terms associated with diagnostic and
interventional radiography.
E1.1.3 Describe the components of diagnostic and
interventional radiography equipment.
E1.1.4 Describe the control console found on diagnostic
and interventional radiography equipment.
E1.1.4 Identify accessory equipment associated with
diagnostic and interventional radiography.
E1.1.5 Explain pre and post procedural patient care.
E1.1.6 List common thrombolytic agents.
E1.1.7 Describe the Seldinger Technique.
E1.1.8 Describe a “standard” sterile tray setup.
MODULE F – RADIATION THERAPY
F1.0 Describe elements of radiation therapy.
F1.1 This competency is measured cognitively.
F1.1.1 Define terms associated with radiation therapy.
F1.1.2 Describe the components of radiation therapy
equipment.
F1.1.3 Describe the control console found on radiation
therapy equipment.
F1.1.4 Identify appropriate positioning aids and techniques
for various treatment plans.
F1.1.5 Describe required documentation required on
charts.
F1.1.6 Describe various methods of patient simulation.
F1.1.7 Explain the importance of dosimetry in patient
treatment.
F1.1.8 Describe the use of anatomic shielding devices.
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X. OUTLINE OF MODULES
COURSE OUTLINE
MODULE A - CLINICAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION
Requisition evaluation
Patient assessment
Room preparation
Patient management
Equipment operation
Technique selection
Position skills
Radiation safety
Image processing
Image evaluation
MODULE B – NUCLEAR MEDICINE
Terms and definitions
Purpose and use
Equipment components
Radiopharmaceuticals
Safety measures
MODULE C – ULTRASOUND
Terms and definitions
Purpose and use
Equipment components
MODULE D – MAGNETIC RESONANCE
Terms and definitions
Purpose and use
Equipment components
Contraindications
Pathological conditions
MODULE E – DIAGNOSTIC AND INTERVENTIONAL RADIOGRAPHY
Terms and definitions
Purpose and use
Equipment components
Accessory equipment
Catheters
Balloons
Balloon stents
Guide wires
Power injectors
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Pre and Post procedural patient care
Thrombolytic agents
Seldinger technique
Standard sterile tray setup
MODULE F – RADIATION THERAPY
Terms and definitions
Purpose and use
Equipment components
Positioning aids and techniques
Documentation
Patient simulation
Dosimetry
Anatomic shielding
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XI. EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT
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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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