RADT 180C Clinical Radiography I

A course providing students in their third semester of radiography education the opportunity practice and achieve competence in radiographic examinations of the chest, abdomen, upper and lower limbs, humerus and shoulder girdle, femur and pelvic girdle, cervical, thoracic and lumbar spines, sacrum and coccyx, and sternum and ribs. Use of the C-Arm Fluoroscope in surgery will be included.

Credits

4 Credits

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

0

Semester Contact Hours Lab

0

Semester Contact Hours Clinical

180

RADT 180CClinical Radiography I

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I. General Information

Department

II. Course Specification

Course Type

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Credit Hours Narrative

4 Credits

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

0

Semester Contact Hours Lab

0

Semester Contact Hours Clinical

180

III. Catalog Course Description

A course providing students in their third semester of radiography education the opportunity practice and achieve competence in radiographic examinations of the chest, abdomen, upper and lower limbs, humerus and shoulder girdle, femur and pelvic girdle, cervical, thoracic and lumbar spines, sacrum and coccyx, and sternum and ribs. Use of the C-Arm Fluoroscope in surgery will be included.

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

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

• Demonstrate competency in performing radiographic examinations of the chest, abdomen, upper and lower extremities, humerus and shoulder girdle, femur and pelvic girdle, spine, sacrum and coccyx, and sternum and ribs.
• Apply correct patient positioning techniques, ensuring diagnostic-quality images while minimizing patient discomfort and radiation exposure.
• Operate the C-Arm Fluoroscope during surgical procedures, demonstrating understanding of sterile technique and real-time imaging protocols.
• Implement radiation protection principles for both patients and healthcare personnel during fluoroscopic and general radiographic procedures.
• Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare team members in clinical settings, ensuring patient understanding and cooperation.
• Exhibit professionalism and ethical behavior in a clinical environment, adhering to legal and institutional guidelines.

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

VI. Delivery Methodologies