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I. RAD 112 – Radiography Procedures I
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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Introduction to Radiography
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VI. COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course provides the student with instruction in anatomy and positioning of
the Chest and Thorax, Upper and Lower Extremities, and Abdomen. Theory and
laboratory exercises will cover radiographic positions and procedures. 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)
PREREQUISITE COURSES
CO-REQUISITE COURSES
VIII. TEXTBOOK(S) AND OTHER LEARNING RESOURCES
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IX. PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES/OBJECTIVES
Module A - Introduction To Radiographic Terminology And Principles
A1.0 Demonstrate knowledge of basic positioning, planes, movement and
direction.
A1.1 Demonstrate basic positioning, planes, movement and
direction.
A1.1.1 Describe standard terms related to radiographic
positioning.
A1.1.2 Define terms related to the principles of radiographic
projections and views.
A1.1.3 Differentiate between different body planes, sections, and
lines.
A1.1.4 Locate various topographical landmarks on the body.
A1.1.5 Recognize various positioning aids.
A1.1.6 Recognize different accessory items.
A1.1.7 Explain digital imaging.
A1.1.8 Explain image identification related to image markers and
patient identification.
A1.1.9 Explain positioning principles related to sequence of
procedures and room and patient preparation.
A2.0 Demonstrate knowledge of techniques to manipulate radiographic
equipment.
A1.2 Demonstrate proper radiographic equipment manipulation.
Module B - Anatomy And Positioning Of Upper Extremities
B1.0 Position the upper extremities for examinations.
B1.1 Position patients for examinations of the upper extremities.
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.
B2.0 Produce images of the upper extremities.
B2.1 Use radiographic equipment to produce images of the upper
extremities.
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 Lower Extremities And Pelvic
Girdle
C1.0 Position the lower extremities and pelvic girdle for examinations.
C1.1 Position patients for examinations of the lower extremities
and pelvic girdle.
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.
C2.0 Produce images of the lower extremities and pelvic girdle.
C2.1 Use radiographic equipment to produce images of the lower
extremities and pelvic girdle.
C1.2.1 Explain general radiation safety and protection practices
associated with specific radiologic examinations.
C1.2.2 Describe pertinent anatomical structures related to specific
radiographic procedures.
C1.2.3 Evaluate images for positioning, centering, appropriate
anatomy and overall image quality.
Module D – Anatomy And Positioning Of The Chest And Bony Thorax
D1.0 Position the chest and bony thorax for examinations.
D1.1 Position patients for examinations of the chest and bony
thorax.
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.
D2.0 Produce images of the chest and bony thorax.
D2.1 Use radiographic equipment to produce images of the chest
and bony thorax.
D1.2.1 Explain general radiation safety and protection practices
associated with specific radiologic examinations.
D1.2.2 Describe pertinent anatomical structures related to specific
radiographic procedures.
D1.2.3 Evaluate images for positioning, centering, appropriate
anatomy and overall image quality.
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Module E – Anatomy And Positioning Of The Abdomen
E1.0 Position the abdomen for examinations.
E1.1 Position patients for examinations of the abdomen.
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.
E2.0 Produce images of the abdomen.
E2.1 Use radiographic equipment to produce images of the
abdomen.
E1.2.1 Explain general radiation safety and protection
practices associated with specific radiologic
examinations.
E1.2.2 Describe pertinent anatomical structures related to
specific radiographic procedures.
E1.2.3 Evaluate images for positioning, centering,
appropriate anatomy and overall image quality.
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X. OUTLINE OF MODULES
MODULE A – INTRODUCTION TO RADIOGRAPHIC TERMINOLOGY AND
PRINCIPLES
 Radiographic Terminology
 Standard Terms
 Positioning Terminology
 Body planes, sections & lines
 Topographical landmarks
 Terminology of movement and direction
 Image identification
 Image markers
 Patient identification
 Positioning Principles
 Sequence of Procedures
 Room preparation
 Patient preparation
 Digital Imaging
 PACS
 Computed tomography
 Digital fluoroscopy
 Computed radiography
 Direct digital radiography
MODULE B – ANATOMY AND POSITIONING OF UPPER EXTREMITIES
 Radiographic anatomy and articulations
 Hand
 Wrist
 Forearm
 Elbow
 Humerus
 Shoulder Girdle
 Clavicle
 Scapula
 Radiographic positioning considerations
 Surgical/mobile
 Basic and special projections
 Fingers
o PA
o PA Oblique
o Lateral
 Thumb
o AP
o PA Oblique
o Lateral
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Hand
o PA
o PA Oblique
o Lateral (fan)
o Lateral (extension)
Wrist
o PA
o Oblique 45o
o Lateral
o PA Scaphoid
o Scaphoid (Stecher)
o Carpal Canal
Forearm
o AP
o Lateral
Elbow
o AP
o AP Partial flexion
o AP Oblique
 External
 Internal
o Lateral
o Trauma Axial Lateral (Coyle Method)
Humerus
o AP non-trauma
o Lateral non-trauma
o AP neutral trauma
o Scapular Y trauma
o Transthoracic lateral trauma
o Lateral, mid and distal, trauma
Shoulder
o AP internal and external rotation
o Inferosuperior axial, non-trauma
o Posterior oblique (Grashey)
o Tangential non-trauma
o AP neutral trauma
o Transthoracic lateral trauma
o Scapular Y trauma
Clavicle
o AP
o AP Angle 15-30O cephalad
o PA angle 15-30O caudad
Scapula
o AP
o Lateral, anterior oblique
o Lateral, posterior oblique
Acromioclavicular joints
o AP bilateral with and without weights
Bone survey
Long bone measurement
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Bone age
Soft tissue/foreign body
MODULE C – ANATOMY AND POSITIONING OF THE LOWER EXTREMITIES AND
PELVIC GIRDLE
 Radiographic anatomy and articulations
 Foot
 Toe
 Ankle
 Lower Leg
 Knee
 Femur
 Hip
 Pelvic girdle
 Radiographic positioning considerations
 Surgical/mobile
 Basic and special projections
 Toes
o AP, entire foot
o Oblique toe
o Lateral toe
 Foot
o AP angle toward heel
o Medial oblique
o Lateral oblique
o Mediolateral
o Lateromedial
o Sesamoids, tangential
o AP weight bearing
o Lateral weight bearing
 Calcaneus (Os Calcis)
o Lateral
o Plantodorsal, axial
o Dorsoplantar, axial
 Ankle
o AP
o AP mortise
o Mediolateral
o Oblique, 45O internal
o Lateromedial
o AP stress views
 Tibia, Fibula
o AP
o Lateral
o Oblique
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Knee
o AP
o Lateral
o AP weight bearing
o Lateral oblique 45O
o Medial oblique 45O
o PA
o PA axial – intercondylar fossa (tunnel)
Patella
o Lateral
o Supine flexion 45O (Merchant)
o PA
o Prone flexion 90O (Settegast)
o Prone flexion 55O (Hughston)
Femur
o AP
o Mediolateral
Pelvis and hip
o AP hip only
o Cross-table lateral hip
o Unilateral frog-leg, non-trauma
o Axiolateral inferosuperior, trauma (Clements-Nakayma)
o AP pelvis
o AP pelvis, bilateral frog-leg
o AP pelvis, axial anterior pelvic bones (inlet, outlet)
o Anterior oblique pelvis, acetabulum (Judet)
MODULE D RADIOGRAPHIC ANATOMY AND POSITIONING OF THE CHEST
AND BONY THORAX
 Radiographic Anatomy
 Thoracic viscera
 Bony thorax
 Radiographic positioning considerations
 Surgical/mobile
 Basic and special projections
 Chest
o PA upright
o Lateral upright
o AP lordotic
o AP supine
o Lateral decubitus
o Posterior oblique
o Anterior oblique
 Soft tissue neck
o AP upper airway
o Lateral upper airway
 Ribs
o AP and PA, above and below diaphragm
o Anterior and posterior oblique
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Sternum
o Lateral
o RAO breathing technique
o RAO expiration
o LAO
o PA sternoclavicular joints
o Anterior oblique sternoclavicular joints
o PA axial sternoclavicular joints
MODULE E – ANATOMY AND POSITIONING OF THE ABDOMEN
 Radiographic Anatomy of the abdomen
 Radiographic positioning considerations
 Surgical/mobile
 Basic and special projections
 AP supine
 AP upright
 Lateral decubitus
 Dorsal decubitus
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XI. EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT
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XII. 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. COURSE CALENDAR
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XVI. STUDENT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM
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