XRAY 1212: Radiographic Image Analysis I

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Subject:
Radiography
Credit hours: 2 Lecture hours: 2 Lab hours: 0
PCS code (Local ID):
Occupational/Technical
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Course Description

This hybrid course provides precise and detailed information on image analysis and pathology of the chest, abdomen, upper and lower extremities, shoulder girdle, hip and pelvis, and upper and lower gastrointestinal system. Reading assignments and preparation time are included. Skills acquired in this course enable the student to understand the importance of determining adequate radiographs.

Prerequisite(s)

XRAY 1014

Corequisite(s)

XRAY 1033 and XRAY 1316

Topical Outline
  1. Patient Transportation / Body Mechanics
  2. Infection Control and Preventing Disease Transmission
  3. Radiography Image Guidelines and Patient Assessment
  4. Radiographic Image Analysis, Pathology, and Medical Terminology of the Thorax
  5. Radiographic Image Analysis, Pathology, and Medical Terminology of the Abdomen
  6. Radiographic Image Analysis, Pathology, and Medical Terminology of the Finger, Hand, and Wrist
  7. Radiographic Image Analysis, Pathology, and Medical Terminology of the Forearm, Elbow, and Humerus
  8. Radiographic Image Analysis, Pathology, and Medical Terminology of the Shoulder Girdle
  9. Radiographic Image Analysis, Pathology, and Medical Terminology of the Toe, Foot, Ankle, and Os Calsis
  10. Radiographic Image Analysis, Pathology, and Medical Terminology of the Lower Leg and Knee
  11. Radiographic Image Analysis, Pathology, and Medical Terminology of the Femur, Hip, and Pelvis
  12. Components of fluoroscopic and tomographic equipment
  13. Preparation and Examination of the GI Tract / Contrast Media
  14. Radiographic Image Analysis, Pathology, and Medical Terminology of the GI System

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

  • Demonstrate a minimum of 75% on written exams pertaining to the anatomy, positioning, pathology, image quality, and associated medical terminology of the thoracic viscera, abdomen, upper extremities, shoulder girdle, lower extremities, hip and pelvis, and digestive system.
  • Evaluate radiographic images to determine positioning errors of the thoracic viscera, abdomen, upper extremities, shoulder girdle, lower extremities, hip and pelvis, and digestive system.
  • Evaluate radiographic images to determine common pathologic conditions of the thoracic viscera, abdomen, upper extremities, shoulder girdle, lower extremities, hip and pelvis, and digestive system.
  • Discuss and develop documentation for patient clinical history.
  • Interpret medical terminology utilized in radiography and radiography medical reports.
  • Demonstrate comprehension of proper patient transportation utilizing a wheelchair and gurney.
  • Examine universal precautions and blood-borne pathogens associated precautions.
  • Identify fluoroscopy and tomography equipment components.
  • Recognize the structures demonstrated in routine radiographic images covered in this course.