XRAY 1316: Clinical I

At the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Produce under direct supervision with assistance from a registered Radiologic Technologists proper positioning of select upper and lower extremities to complete requirements of a practice clinical competency (Pre-COE)
• Manage confidentiality of patients, their radiographs, and pertinent patient information as enforced by HIPPA.
• Utilize medical terminology pertinent to radiographic anatomy and positioning, recording accurate patient history, and in the interpretation of diagnostic reports.
• Describe the principles, practices, and policies of the health care organization and the responsibilities of the radiographer.
• Identify the philosophical basis of ethics and proper ethical behavior.
• Develop proper patient care skills including physical and psychological needs of the patient and their family.
• Recognize the factors that influence the production and recording of radiologic images.
• Operate radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment.
• Exhibit proper radiation protection responsibilities for radiography personnel, patients, and the public.
• Recognize patients, patients’ families, and professional peers diverse backgrounds due to their value system, cultural and ethnic influences, communication styles socioeconomic influences, health risks, and life stages.