RAD 111 - Radiographic Procedures 1: Positioning and Patient Care

4 credit hours - Two hours of lecture and four hours of college laboratory weekly; one term.
Formerly RAD 111 Radiographic Procedures 1

Review basic medical terminology, medical and legal ethics, history of radiography, infection control, radiation protection and the healthcare system. Identify fundamental skills for radiographic procedures of the chest, abdomen, and extremities to include shoulder and pelvis. Demonstrate appropriate patient care, proper equipment use, application of radiation safety, body mechanics, universal precautions, vital signs assessment, medical emergencies and management of the patient with special needs during supervised lab sessions. Lab fee $250.

Prerequisite(s): Acceptance to the Radiologic Technology Program.

Corequisite(s): RAD 110 and RAD 112 .

Note: Typically offered at MC; fall term.

Course Outcomes:

1. Define and compare the role and responsibilities of the radiographer to that of other health professionals.
2. Demonstrate effective patient care procedures in the laboratory setting including safe radiation practices.
3.Define and explain basic knowledge of infection control and basics of pharmacology in radiology.
4. Define and explain the basic concepts of health information management including medical terminology and demonstrating understanding of computer usage, security and ethics.
5. Identify and manipulate radiographic equipment and technical factors used for radiographic procedures.
6. Properly demonstrate positioning a patient for radiographic procedures of the upper limb, lower limb, chest, upper airway, abdomen, humerus, shoulder girdle, femur, and pelvic girdle within reasonable time limits with proficiency.
7. Apply an effective critique method for radiographic images.

8. Apply problem-solving/critical thinking skills and cultural diversity skills in patient care management scenarios.