RAD 180 - Radiographic Procedures 2&3Credits: 2
Instructional Contact Hours: 2
Continues radiographic positioning and provides the knowledge and skill necessary to perform radiographic procedures of the bony thorax, spinal column, pelvic girdle, shoulder girdle, abdomen, gastrointestinal, biliary, and urinary systems. Includes a review of fluoroscopy principles and equipment. Instruction on the principles and skills necessary to perform venipuncture. RAD 180 grade will be the same as RAD 180L grade.
Prerequisite(s): RAD 100 , RAD 105 , RAD 105L , RAD 108W , RAD 130 , RAD 130L , LW 206A each with a “C” (2.0) minimum grade
Corequisite(s): RAD 110 , RAD 110L , RAD 120W , RAD 122 , RAD 205W , RAD 180L , LWA 206B , LWA 206C
Lecture Hours: 30 Lab Hours: 0
Meets MTA Requirement: None
Pass/NoCredit: No
Outcomes and Objectives
- Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and positioning for procedures of the abdomen
- Palpate relative positioning landmarks
- Manipulate radiographic equipment to obtain image of anatomy
- Identify anatomy on a radiograph
- Discuss pathologic conditions of the abdomen
2. Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and positioning for procedures of contrast studies of the gastrointestinal system.
A. Palpate relative positioning landmarks
B. Manipulate radiographic equipment to obtain image of anatomy
C. Identify anatomy on a radiograph
D. Discuss pathologic conditions of the gastrointestinal system
E. Explain indications and contraindications of the procedure
F. Explain the patient preparation and follow-up for the procedure.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and positioning of contrast studies of the gall bladder and biliary system.
A. Palpate relative positioning landmarks
B. Manipulate radiographic equipment to obtain image of anatomy
C. Identify anatomy on a radiograph
D. Discuss pathologic conditions of the biliary system
E. Explain indications and contraindications of the procedure
F. Explain the patient preparation and follow-up for the procedure.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and positioning for contrast studies of the urinary system.
A. Palpate relative positioning landmarks
B. Manipulate radiographic equipment to obtain image of anatomy
C. Identify anatomy on a radiograph
D. Discuss pathologic conditions of the urinary system
E. Explain indications and contraindications of the procedure
F. Explain the patient preparation and follow-up for the procedure.
5. Demonstrate knowledge and skills to perform venipuncture.
A. Identify the antecubital vein used for IV injection.
B. Demonstrate the procedure used for venipuncture
C. Explain extravasation
D. Discuss universal precautions as they relate to performing venipuncture
E. Explain the method for charting medications
F. Discuss contrast media reactions and treatment
6. Demonstrate basic knowledge concerning special contrast studies.
A. Palpate relative positioning landmarks
B. Manipulate radiographic equipment to obtain image of anatomy
C. Identify anatomy on a radiograph
D. Discuss relative pathologic conditions
E. Explain indications and contraindications of the procedures
F. Explain the patient preparation and follow-up for the procedures.
7. Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and positioning for procedures of the shoulder girdle.
A. Palpate relative positioning landmarks
B. Manipulate radiographic equipment to obtain image of anatomy
C. Identify anatomy on a radiograph
D. Discuss pathologic conditions involving the shoulder girdle
8. Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and positioning for procedures of the pelvic girdle.
A. Palpate relative positioning landmarks
B. Manipulate radiographic equipment to obtain image of anatomy
C. Identify anatomy on a radiograph
D. Discuss pathologic conditions involving the pelvic girdle
9. Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and positioning for procedures of the spinal column.
A. Palpate relative positioning landmarks
B. Manipulate radiographic equipment to obtain image of anatomy
C. Identify anatomy on a radiograph
D. Discuss pathologic conditions involving the spinal column
10. Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and positioning for procedures of the bony thorax.
A. Palpate relative positioning landmarks
B. Manipulate radiographic equipment to obtain image of anatomy
C. Identify anatomy on a radiograph
D. Discuss pathologic conditions involving the bony thorax
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