_______ North Seattle Community College _______________________________________
Radiologic Technology/Health and Human Services
Division:
Health and Human Services Program/Dept: Radiologic Technology
Fall/2004
Course Number: RT 110
Course Title:
Credits: 4
Introduction to Radiographic Technology
Inst. Intent: 22
Variable:
CIP: 51.0911
No
Fee: Yes X No Type CL
Degree/Certificate Requirement:
Name of Degree/Certificate:
Distribution Requirement for AA/AS:
Transfer Status to 4-year institution:
Yes X
Yes
No:
AAS/Radiologic Technology
No: X
If yes, please describe:
Course length: 1 quarter, 12 weeks
Course Contact Hours:
Lecture: 48
48
Lab:
Prerequisite: Yes: No : X
Class Size:
Clinical: Other:
12
If yes, please describe:
System: 48
Required Placement Tests: Yes No X
If yes, please describe:
Comments: Have a minimum 2.0 grade point average. Permission only
Course Description:
This course provides the student with an overview of the foundations in radiography and the techn ologist’s role and professional responsibilities in the health care delivery system. Principles, practices, and policies of the health care organization will be discussed. Elements of ethical behavior will be addressed, and students will examine a variety of clinical ethical issues and dilemmas. Legal terminology, conduct, and principles will also be addressed in this course.

NSCC General Education Learning Outcomes and/or Related Instructional Outcomes (for technical courses) Met by Course:
1. Access, evaluate and apply information from a variety of sources and a variety of contexts.
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2. Identify and understand fundamental concepts of the physical and life sciences and the effects that the uses of these concepts and resulting technologies have on the individual, on society, and on the biosphere.
Course Outcomes/Learning Objectives:
 Identify health science professions that participate in the patient’s total health care
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Identify and differentiate between various sites and settings where health care is delivered
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Discuss the reimbursement/payment options for health care services
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Discuss career advancement and opportunities for the graduate radiographer
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Identify the benefits of continuing education as related to improved patient care and professional enhancement
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Discuss the philosophy and mission of affiliated clinical education centers
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Describe relationships and interdependences of departments within the hospital/clinical education center(s)
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Identify and discuss the responsibilities and relationships of all personnel in the radiology department
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Explain patient services in the radiology department
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Define accreditation, credentialing, certification, licensing and regulations
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Define ethics and its applications to health care workers
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Describe the basis of moral, social and cultural basis of ethics
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Differentiate between empathetic rapport and sympathetic involvement in relationships with patients and relate these to ethical code
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Identify legal/professional standards and their relationship to practice in health care
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Identify and describe the elements in the ASRT Code of Ethics for radiographers
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Identify specific ethical situations and dilemmas in health care that may impact the radiographer
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Employ a basic system of examination and decision-making in addressing ethical questions and situations
 Explain concepts in the principles of patient’s rights, the doctrine of informed patient consent, and other issues related to patient rights
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Identify the legal implications of professional liability, malpractice and other items related to professional practice
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Discuss the importance of correct methods of documentation
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Identify the elements necessary for valid malpractice claim
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Discuss confidentiality and its relationship to the radiographer’s work in health care
Describe the ASRT scope of practice for the radiographer
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Describe the elements and implications of informed consent
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Identify standards related to disclosure relative to informed consent
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Describe the use of consent forms specific to radiographic procedures

Topical Outline and/or Major Divisions:
This course will include the following content:
1.
Introduction to Radiologic Technologists a. Introduction to Quality Customer Service b. Student Learning c. Critical Thinking Skills
2.
History of Medicine a. Health care systems b. Health care settings c. Payment/reimbursement systems d. Historical Perspective of Radiology
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Imaging modalities in radiography
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Definitions and roles
3.
Radiography Education a. Language of Medicine
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Introduction to Imaging
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Equipment
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Technical Factors
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Life Cycle and Quality
4.
Patient Care and Management a. Diagnosing Disease and Injury b. Patient Care and Management c. Ethics and Professionalism
5.
6.
d. Medicolegal Considerations e. Patient Consent
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Implied, written and oral
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Types
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Condition for valid consent
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Documentation of consent
Quality Assurance in Radiology a. Radiation Safety and Protective Measures b. Quality Control
Hospital / Radiography Organizations
7.
8.
a. b.
Philosophy, mission, administrative and medical services
Professional and support personnel c. Professional Associations
Accreditation and Credentialing a.
Definition b.
Accrediting/credentialing organizations
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Agencies, structure and functions
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Professional attributes
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Scope of practice
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Professional standards
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Code of professional ethics
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Analyzing ethical problems
Ethical Issues in Health Care a.
Individual and societal rights b.
Ethical decision making
Course Requirements (Expectations of Students)
Students will be expected to demonstrate the ability to perform specific competencies listed under “Course
Outcomes/Learning Objectives.”

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Methods of Assessment/Evaluation:
Students’ performance will be evaluated based on small group presentations, quizzes, mid term and final exam. Final grades are assigned according to the published grading standards for course.
Required Text(s) and/or Materials:
As determined by instructor.
Supplemental Text(s) and/or Materials:
As required by instructor.
Outline Developed by: Sandra Woodfield Date: 5/04
Outline Revised by: Darrell Mihara Date: 6/5/04
Outline Reviewed by:
Course Establishment Form 2001 le 10/11/01
Marcia Shaw Date: 12/4/06