RADT 181C Clinical Radiography 2

A course providing students in their second clinical semester of radiography education opportunities to practice and achieve competence in radiograhic examinations of the chest, abdomen, upper, and lower extremities, spine, pelvis, skull, facial bones, sinuses, upper and lower gastrointestinal system, gallbladder and biliary ducts, urinary system, trauma, pediatric, and mobile radiography situations.

Credits

7 Credits

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

0

Semester Contact Hours Lab

0

Semester Contact Hours Clinical

315

Prerequisite

RADT 180C

RADT 181CClinical Radiography 2

Please note: This is not a course syllabus. A course syllabus is unique to a particular section of a course by instructor. This curriculum guide provides general information about a course.

I. General Information

Department

II. Course Specification

Credit Hours Narrative

7 Credits

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

0

Semester Contact Hours Lab

0

Semester Contact Hours Clinical

315

Prerequisite Narrative

RADT 180C

III. Catalog Course Description

A course providing students in their second clinical semester of radiography education opportunities to practice and achieve competence in radiograhic examinations of the chest, abdomen, upper, and lower extremities, spine, pelvis, skull, facial bones, sinuses, upper and lower gastrointestinal system, gallbladder and biliary ducts, urinary system, trauma, pediatric, and mobile radiography situations.

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

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

  • Achieve competency in performing radiographic examinations of the chest, abdomen, extremities, spine, pelvis, skull, facial bones, and sinuses, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in performing upper and lower gastrointestinal, gallbladder, biliary, and urinary system imaging procedures.
  • Perform radiographic examinations in trauma, pediatric, and mobile radiography settings, adapting techniques to meet the specific needs of each patient group.
  • Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills when faced with unique clinical scenarios, such as trauma or pediatric imaging cases.
  • Implement patient safety and radiation protection protocols, particularly in high-risk situations like trauma and pediatric radiography.
  • Communicate clearly and effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals, adapting communication to the needs of diverse patient populations.

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

VI. Delivery Methodologies