RADT 154 Radiographic Procedures 3

Procedures course that continues to develop the knowledge and skills required to perform radiographic procedures. Topics include: anatomy and routine projections of the cranium; anatomy and routine projections of the facial bones; anatomy and routine projections of the sinuses; sectional anatomy of the head, neck, thorax and abdomen.

Credits

2 Credits

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

30

Semester Contact Hours Lab

0

Notes

A course designed to teach students radiographic anatomy and positioning that results in the production of diagnostic quality radiographs of the anatomy and routine projections of the cranium; anatomy and routine projections of the facial bones; anatomy and routine projections of the sinuses; sectional anatomy of the head, neck, thorax and abdomen. Associated radiographic pathologies will be covered.

RADT 154Radiographic Procedures 3

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I. General Information

Department

Health Professions Technical

II. Course Specification

Course Type

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Credit Hours Narrative

2 Credits

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

30

Semester Contact Hours Lab

0

Notes and Advisories (only if included in catalog)

A course designed to teach students radiographic anatomy and positioning that results in the production of diagnostic quality radiographs of the anatomy and routine projections of the cranium; anatomy and routine projections of the facial bones; anatomy and routine projections of the sinuses; sectional anatomy of the head, neck, thorax and abdomen. Associated radiographic pathologies will be covered.

III. Catalog Course Description

Procedures course that continues to develop the knowledge and skills required to perform radiographic procedures. Topics include: anatomy and routine projections of the cranium; anatomy and routine projections of the facial bones; anatomy and routine projections of the sinuses; sectional anatomy of the head, neck, thorax and abdomen.

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

  • Identify the anatomical structures of the cranium, facial bones, sinuses, and sectional anatomy of the head, neck, thorax, and abdomen.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in positioning patients for routine radiographic projections of the cranium, facial bones, and sinuses.
  • Evaluate radiographic images of the cranium, facial bones, and sinuses for appropriate positioning, anatomy visualization, and image quality.
  • Employ radiation safety principles and best practices when performing procedures on the cranium, facial bones, and sinuses.
  • Integrate procedural knowledge and technical skills into simulated or clinical settings for comprehensive patient imaging.

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

VI. Delivery Methodologies