RAD 252 - Anatomy/Pathology/Positioning

Institution:

Georgia Northwestern Technical College (formerly Coosa Valley Technical College)

Subject:

Description:

Provides the student with an overview of mammography anatomy and physiology of the breast, pathology, positioning, patient care, and patient education. Topics to be covered include: organization of the mammography department, professional and legal responsibilities, epidemiology, early detection, staging and treatment planning, patient education/risk vs. benefit of mammography, breast anatomy and physiology, benign and malignant breast pathology, routine and special positioning techniques, and interventional procedures.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.gntc.edu/student-services/index.php

Phone Number:

(706) 295-6963

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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