XRAY 1346: Clinical IV

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

• Demonstrate under direct supervision with minimal amount of assistance from a registered Radiologic Technologist, proper positioning of exams of the chest, abdomen, upper and lower extremities, gastrointestinal and urinary systems, cranium, facial bones, sinus, and spine and Advanced Level Mobile, Trauma, and Pediatric Examinations to meet 75% of the competency evaluation criteria.
• Exhibit comprehension of the philosophical basis of ethics and proper ethical behavior.
• Demonstrate proper patient care including the physical and psychological needs of the patient and their family.
• Demonstrate comprehension of the factors that influence the production and recording of
• Exhibit knowledge of radiographic, fluoroscopic, mobile, and tomographic equipment.
• Exhibit proper radiation protection responsibilities for radiography personnel, patients, and the public.
• Demonstrate understanding of 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.
• Maintain confidentiality of patients, their radiographs, and pertinent patient information as enforced by HIPPA
• Modify positioning and/or technique factors due to abnormal patient conditions.
• Determine the diagnostic quality of a finished radiograph.
• Demonstrate under direct supervision with minimal to moderate supervision from the registered Radiologic Technologist radiographic special procedures and surgical procedures completion of pre-competences (Practice sheets).
• Continue to demonstrate under indirect supervision of a registered Radiologic Technologist proper positioning of previous examinations that competency status was achieved.
• Assist with the preparation of contrast medium and demonstrate proper sterile technique when necessary.
• Determine exposure factors to obtain diagnostic quality radiographs.
• Utilize medical terminology pertinent to radiographic anatomy and positioning and in the interpretation of diagnostic reports.
• Identify and exhibit knowledge of the concepts of contrast media to be utilized in Gastrointestinal radiography and Urography.
• Demonstrate knowledge of contrast protocols and adverse reactions.
• Exhibit knowledge of the principles, practices and policies of the health care organization and the responsibilities of the radiographer.