RAD 149 - Radiographic Film Critique I Spring

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Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

1 hour lecture per week Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or higher in RAD 100; a grade of "C" or higher in RAD 100L; a grade of "C" or higher in RAD 105; a grade of "C" or higher in RACorequisite(s): RAD 110; RAD 110L; RAD 120; RAD 141. Comment: RAD 149 is offered in the spring semester only. Letter grade only. RAD 149 may not be taken credit/no credit. RAD 149 may not be audited. RAD 149 focuses on evaluation of radiographic technique through critique of films obtained in RAD 141; presentation of case reports. Upon successful completion of RAD 149, the student should be able to: Recognize and describe the prime factors of radiography and the factors that affect the radiographic quality of a film. Discuss specific changes that could be made to the prime factors of radiography and the factors that affect radiographic film quality to improve the quality of specific films. Correlate knowledge gained in lecture classes with factors that affect radiographic quality of a film. Correlate knowledge of anatomy and physiology, including cross-sectional anatomy, with radiographic procedures performed in RAD 140 and 141. Apply the knowledge gained in RAD 110, 110L and 141 to identify the types of assigned radiographs. Apply knowledge gained in RAD 110, 110L, and 141 to identify normal anatomical structures on assigned radiographs. Apply knowledge gained in RAD 110, 110L, and 141 to any and all aspects of radiography viewed in properly exposed and processed films. Identify the elements of thorough radiographic image evaluation. Judge whether an image is optimal, diagnostic, or needs to be repeated.

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1.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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