RADT 258 Clinical Radiography V

Clinical Radiography V is the last clinical education component of the program. Students are expected to develop mastery level clinical skills in a competency-based clinical setting. In this course, students will proficiently use all acquired skills in computed radiography and direct digital radiography. Emphasis will be given to strengthening critical thinking and problem solving skills. Students will continue to rotate to interventional radiography and advanced modalities. Students are required to successfully complete a Terminal Competency to ensure that graduates are prepared for an entry level position in the field of radiography.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

RADT 246, RADT 247, and RADT 248

Corequisite

PSYC 101 and RADT 256

Hours Weekly

24 clinical hours weekly

Course Objectives

1. Demonstrate performance mastery of all radiographic procedures learned in prior program courses.
2. Apply radiation protection for the patient, self, and others and summarize the accepted approaches of Image Wisely and Image Gently.
3. Compare and contrast radiographic images relative to all requirements for optimal image quality.
4. Apply problem-solving/critical thinking skills, modify radiographic positioning based on patient condition and pathology, and defend reasoning for modifications.

Course Objectives

1. Demonstrate performance mastery of all radiographic procedures learned in prior program courses.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

   Learning Activity Artifact

   • Other (please fill out box below)
   • Terminal competency, Student progress evaluation

   Procedure for Assessing Student Learning

   • Other (please fill out box below)
   • Terminal compentency rubric, Student progress evaluation form
2. Apply radiation protection for the patient, self, and others and summarize the accepted approaches of Image Wisely and Image Gently.

   Learning Activity Artifact

   • Other (please fill out box below)
   • Clinical compentency, Student progress evaluation

   Procedure for Assessing Student Learning

   • Other (please fill out box below)
   • Clinical compentency rubric, Student progress evaluation form

   Program Goal(s)

   Degree: Radiologic (X-Ray) Technology - A.A.S. Degree (Career)

   3. Select appropriate technical factors to produce diagnostic images while minimizing patient dose.

3. Compare and contrast radiographic images relative to all requirements for optimal image quality.

   Learning Activity Artifact

   • Other (please fill out box below)
   • Student progress evaluation, Image analysis

   Procedure for Assessing Student Learning

   • Other (please fill out box below)
   • Student progress evaluation form, Image analysis rubric

   Program Goal(s)

   Degree: Radiologic (X-Ray) Technology - A.A.S. Degree (Career)

   4. Practice proper radiation protection measures.

4. Apply problem-solving/critical thinking skills, modify radiographic positioning based on patient condition and pathology, and defend reasoning for modifications.

   Learning Activity Artifact

   • Other (please fill out box below)
   • Critical thinking scenario, Student progress evaluation

   Procedure for Assessing Student Learning

   • Critical and Creative Thinking Rubric
   • Other (please fill out box below)
   • Student progress evaluation form

   Program Goal(s)

   Degree: Radiologic (X-Ray) Technology - A.A.S. Degree (Career)

   5. Produce diagnostic quality images and critique their images.

   Degree: Radiologic (X-Ray) Technology - A.A.S. Degree (Career)

   6. Employ strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.