RAD 112 - Clinical Radiography 1

5 credit hours - 16 hours of clinical laboratory weekly; one term.
Perform fundamental radiologic procedures of the chest, abdomen, and extremities to include shoulder and pelvis in a supervised clinical setting while practicing infection control, assessment skills, body mechanics, radiation safety, patient education and discharge instructions. Clinical fee $175.

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

Corequisite(s): RAD 110 and RAD 111 .

Note: Typically offered OF; fall term.

Course Outcomes:

Demonstrate effective patient care including transfer of patients, history taking skills, radiation protection, and other entry-level skills.
Orient to the radiologic technology department in safety procedures and use of specific imaging equipment.
Obtain diagnostic images on routine and special projections of the chest, abdomen, upper/lower extremities, shoulder/pelvic girdles, spine, bony thorax, contrast exams, head, bedside exams, operating room, and shock trauma procedures by following departmental protocols.
Apply radiation safety practices to ensure protection of the patient, personnel and self.
Demonstrate advanced problem-solving, critical thinking, and DEIA related skills in patient care management scenarios to obtain diagnostic images.
Define and demonstrate basic concepts of health information management including medical terminology and demonstrating understanding of computer usage, security and ethics.