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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
A continuation of RTE1814 with students performing radiographic examination under direct supervision in Clinical Education Centers. Emphasis is placed on the spine, biliary, genitourinary system, thorax, and film critique. Students will begin to perform procedures with indirect supervision.
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3.00 Credits
The learner will demonstrate knowledge in pharmacology and drug administration for the medical imaging professional. The principles of patient care, assessment, education, charting and emergency response are discussed. Finally, a workshop for career preparation, licensure and job search is conducted.
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3.00 Credits
Analysis of the production of x-rays, ionizing radiation, x-ray interactions with matter, biologic effects, radiobiology, early and late effects of radiation, radiation monitoring and protection for both the patient and the radiographer.
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2.00 Credits
Prospective graduates will prepare for entry into the field of medical imaging and the transition to the role of professional care-giver. An in-depth analysis of professional competencies required for entry into the workplace including: radiographic procedures,patient care, image production and evaluation, equipment operation and maintenance, radiation protection, and evaluation processes.
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3.00 Credits
Student radiographers will continue study in radiologic anatomy, positioning, patient care, pathology and film critique with emphasis on the skull, OR, ER and special procedures. Topics include sinuses, mastoids, facial bones, orbits, mammography, operative procedures, myelography and other special procedures. This course includes discussion of age appropriate patient care, contrast media and medical terminology related to course topics.
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1.00 Credits
Laboratory to accompany RTE2533 provides the student with the opportunity to simulate exams of the skull, facial bones and selected special procedures. Topics include sinuses, mastoids, facial bones, orbits, mammography, operative procedures, myelography, and other special procedures.
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3.00 Credits
This course prepares the radiographer to conduct diagnostic vascular procedures and patient care inangiography, peripheral venography, vascular, and non-vascular interventions. An introduction to cross-sectional anatomy, CT, MRI, sonography, nuclear medicine and radiation therapy is provided.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides the registered radiographer advanced imaging techniques of computed tomography. This introduction to the CT scanning technology will include history and development, equipment, terminology, patient preparation and care, and the principles of image formation, acquisition, and production.
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3.00 Credits
The course provides the registered radiographer practical, firsthand experience in scanning procedures and techniques at a supervised clinical site; theories learned in RTE 2571 will be applied. Students will observe, assist, and perform Computed Tomography under the supervision and guidance of a qualified CT Technologist.
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3.00 Credits
Registered radiographers will develop an understanding of the field of magnetic resonance imaging. This MRI introduction will include an overview of the history and development, fundamental principles, equipment, terminology, patient screening and safety, contraindications, and image formation, acquisition, and production.
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