RADT 1112 - Intro to Rad Tech/Patient Care

Institution:

Minnesota State Community and Technical College

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Description:

This course is designed to provide concepts of radiologic sciences and patient care. Included in the course are discussions of professionalism, effective communication, patient physical needs assessment, patient consent procedures, x-ray production characteristics, basic radiation protection procedures, health information confidentiality, medical terminology, principles of pharmacology and contrast media, quality management, ethical behaviors and legal issues in health care. The student will also demonstrate competence in routine and emergency patient care, patient transfer and safety procedures, infection control, aseptic and sterile environment procedures, and radiographic equipment manipulation.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

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Institution Website:

www.minnesota.edu

Phone Number:

(218) 736-1500

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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