RADT 132: Radiographic Positioning II

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Class Program

Radiologic Technology

Credits

Weekly Contact Hours

Course ID

089343

Meets Degree Requirements For

Restricted Elective

Description

A continuation of RADT 131: to include radiographic examinations of the hip, pelvis and spine. Experience is gained in the energized lab and practical competency assessments reinforce principles learned in lecture.

Grading Basis

Graded

Prerequisites

Acceptance in RadTech Program

Course Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate correct manipulation of the x-ray equipment.

Use positioning nomenclature including body planes and positioning terminology.

Continue to evaluate radiographic orders for accuracy and completeness.

Demonstrate proper use of positioning aids and lead protection.

Discuss general room prep, patient and positioning considerations to include but not limited to clinical competency requirements of ARRT for the pelvic girdle and vertebral column: pelvis, hip, Cervical spine, thoracic spine, lumbar spine, sacrum, coccyx, sacroiliac articulations and scoliosis survey.

Describe and demonstrate safe principles of body mechanics applicable to patient care and transfer of patients and equipment.

Discuss and apply concepts of infection control and prevention practices and utilized for standard precautions and infection control.

Core Topics

Continued orientation to the x-ray lab and equipment; basic positioning terminology; positioning of the pelvis girdle and vertebral column as include but not limited to clinical competency requirements of ARRT: pelvis, hip, Cervical spine, thoracic spine, lumbar spine, sacrum, coccyx, sacroiliac articulations and scoliosis survey. As well as an introduction to patient transfer and infection control.