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COURSE NUMBER: RDTC200
COURSE TITLE:Atypical Radiologic Procedures
DIVISION:Sciences
IAI CODE(S):
SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS:3.0
DELIVERY MODE:

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Discussion, demonstration and practice of radiologic procedures of the geriatric, pediatric, trauma, surgical and bed-bound patient. Includes techniques for: patient assessment, positioning principles, identifying corresponding radiographic anatomy, operating standard R/F equipment in a non-routine manner and operating mobile R/F equipment.
PREREQUISITES:
Successful Completion of RDTC106 and RDTC110  
NOTES:

COURSE OBJECTIVES / GOALS:
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
  • Identify external landmarks and correlate to underlying anatomy of interest
  • Accurately position the part and patient to demonstrate the anatomy of interest
  • Accurately calculate the kVp and mAs for a given procedure
  • Identify the pertinent radiographic anatomy and basic pathology on images
  • Properly use ancillary positioning devices such as markers, calipers, sponges, etc.
  • Practice proper radiation safety and follow the ALARA principle
  • Establish rapport with patients and acquire medical history pertinent to the procedure
  • Appropriately assess patient condition to determine procedural protocol revisions
  • Adjust procedural protocols to accommodate pediatric or geriatric patients
  • Properly manipulate mobile R/F equipment
  • Properly manipulate standard R/F equipment for non-routine procedures

    • TOPICAL OUTLINE:
    Introduction
  • Positioning principles and equipment
  • Mobile systems
  • Types of cassettes
  • Technical factors
  • Positioning Aids: sponges, tape, and cassette holdersPositioning in the trauma, portable, or surgery settings of the following:
  • Chest: AP, Supine, Semi-erect, Erect
  • Abdomen: AP Supine, Abdomen Series including decubitus positions, dorsal decubitus
  • Upper extremities: AP, PA, and Laterals
  • Lower extremities: AP, PA, and Laterals
  • Pelvis
  • Spine: Cervical, Thoracic, and Lumbar
  • Skull and Facial bones
  • Pediatric Positioning
  • Geriatric Positioning

    • TEXTBOOK / SPECIAL MATERIALS:
    Textbook of Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy. Ken Bontrager, Elsevier, 7th Edition.
    EVALUATION:
    Objective tests, short answer quizzes, comprehensive final exam. 93% - 100% = A84% - 92% = B75% - 83% = C66% - 74% = D65% and below = F
    BIBLIOGRAPHY:

    REVISION:
    Fall 2012

    RECORD UPDATED:
    2012-09-12 10:23:00