RADT 152: Patient Care

Class Program
Credits
4
Clinical Hours None
Weekly Contact Hours
6
Course ID
089350
Meets Degree Requirements For
Restricted Elective
Description

Basic concepts and procedures of patient care, including consideration for the cultural, physical and psychological needs of various patient ages, and their families. Routine and emergency patient care procedures and application of Standard Precautions. Basic concepts of pharmacology, basic theory and practice of venipuncture and administration of diagnostic contrast agents.

Grading Basis
Graded
Prerequisites

Course Learning Outcomes

Core Topics

Integration of the knowledge of RADT theory with hands-on simulated practice.  Safe use of equipment and proper use of radiation protection for self, patient and others.