RADT 2680 - Introduction to Mammography

Institution:

Minnesota State College Southeast

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Description:

This special modality course will cover patient education and assessment, anatomy, physiology, pathology, positioning and compression of the breast. Emphasis will be on the screening projections. A second component of the course is presentation of the physical principles of mammography to include unique aspects of the machine, image processing, dose issues, mammography technique, image evaluation, breast imaging procedures (including implant imaging) and quality control/ assurance techniques. Both analog and digital film acquisition will be applied. The Mammography Quality Standards Act will be discussed. (Prerequisite: RADT 2635) (Prerequisite or Concurrent: Graduate of associate degree or certificate program in medical imaging/therapy or radiography [official transcript or current ARRT credential review required]) (2 credits: 2 lecture/0 lab)

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.southeastmn.edu

Phone Number:

(507) 453-2700

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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