COURSE DESCRIPTION
HALIFAX MEDICAL CENTER RADIOGRAPHY PROGRAM
In affiliation with Daytona Beach Community College
RTE 1513
RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES II
Credit Hours:
2 Semester
Contact Hours:
30 Lecture
Instructor:
Darcie J. Nethery, PhD, RT(R)
Dee Ann Vanlandingham, BS, RT(R)
Instructional Methodology:
Lecture, Class Discussion, Lab Demonstration, Image Review
Evaluation Tools:
Written exams, quizzes, worksheets, oral exams
Course Description:
Continuation of Radiographic Procedures I. A study of positioning, equipment usage and image
quality evaluation of exams of the appendicular skeleton, organ system, shoulder girdle, and
bony thorax. Detailed study of pharmacology involving contrast agents.
Course Outline:
I.
Organ Systems
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
I.
II.
Contrast Media
A.
B.
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Anatomy Review
Routine Projections Review
Additional Projections/Methods
Anatomy Demonstrated
Image Critique
Patient Care
Contrast Agent Review
Radiation Protection
Exam Ordering and Sequencing
Definitions
Classifications
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
III.
Appendicular Skeleton (Lower Limbs)
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
IV.
Anatomy
Physiology
Pathology/Congenital Anomalies
Routine Projections
Special Projections
Image Evaluation
Radiation Protection
Patient Care Considerations
Bony Thorax
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
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Terms
-ionic
-non-ionic
-miscibility
-osmolarity
-toxicity
-morbidity
-mortality
Preparation
Administration
Patient Care/Adverse Occurrences
Documentation
Comparisons
Anatomy
Functions
Pathology/Congenital Anomalies
Routine Projections
Special Considerations
Image Evaluation
Radiation Protection
Patient Care Considerations
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of the course, the student radiographer will be able to:
1.
Identify the anatomy and physiology of the organ systems, appendicular skeleton (lower
limbs), and bony thorax.
2.
Evaluate common pathologic processes and/or congenital anomalies involved
with the lower limbs, bony thorax GI systems.
3.
Calculate technical considerations for normal and abnormal anatomy of the
structures listed above.
4.
Describe routine projections and common specialized procedures:
-technical considerations
-patient care
-radiation protection
-image size
-patient/part position
-CR
-anatomy demonstrated
-image critique
5.
Critique images for proper image ID, positioning, radiation protection and
technical factors using critical thinking and problem solving skills.
6.
Care for patients of all ages.
7.
Perform procedures on pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric, multi-cultural and special
needs patients making necessary accommodations to include IV lines, catheters, etc.
8.
Treat all patients with respect and maintain confidentiality.
9.
Provide radiation protection for patients, peers and self.
10.
Provide education to patients concerning procedures performed.
11.
Document appropriate patient history for each exam using professional
oral and written communication skills.
12.
Name the various contrast agents and identify properties of each agent.
13.
Contrast indications and contraindications involving the correct use of
contrast agents.
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14.
15.
Prepare contrast agents for administration and administer agent under direct
supervision by the registered technologist or nurse:
a)
oral
b)
rectal
c)
IV (assists with but not performs venipuncture on patients)
d)
other
State the appropriate sequence/order of exams ordered.
*Student radiographers receive didactic instruction, lab and clinical practice in venipuncture
during the second year of the program.
Grading Scale:
95-100
94
90-93
89
85-88
Below 85
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A
B+
B
C+
C
F