Course Description

RAD 121 RADIOGRAPHY LAB II   1.0 Credit(s)
This lab course introduces students to the application of radiographic positioning and technical factors associated with the lower extremities, hip, pelvis, and spine. An introduction into manipulating technical factors as it pertains to radiation physics and instrumentation course. Students will practice using basic imaging formulas. PACS workstations afford students the opportunity to critique images for optimal image evaluation. Students will demonstrate patient/family member communication, standard nomenclature, radiographic positioning and safe patient practices through peer simulation. General patient care activities will also be re-enforced. An introduction into manipulating technical factors as it pertains to radiation physics and instrumentation course. Students will practice using basic imaging formulas. Manipulate technical factors (kVp, mAs, SID, grid usage, filtration) to achieve desired radiographic outcomes while maintaining radiation safety principles. Simulate radiographic procedures on a person or phantom in a laboratory setting. Demonstrate laboratory competency over associated procedures of the lecture course. Demonstrate the skills involved in setting technical factors on the control panel of the x-ray machine and in manipulating the accessory equipment. Integrate radiation physics principles into clinical decision-making by selecting and justifying exposure techniques in complex patient scenarios. Requisites: Successful completion of RAD-102, RAD-110, RAD-111, RAD-115 RAD-120, RAD-122, RAD-125 - Must be taken at the same time as this course Prerequisite: TAKE RAD-102 RAD-110 RAD-111 RAD-115
Offered: Spring Semester All Years