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RAD370 Radiological Imaging 2 (8)
AbstractThis subject considers the techniques protocols and clinical practice utilised in contrast radiography and mammography. It integrates professional and ethical standards and concepts into the clinical environment. |
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Subject informationDuration | Grading System | School: |
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One session | HD/FL | School of Dentistry and Health Sciences |
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Prerequisite(s) | Related subject(s) |
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RAD270 | RAD370 Specialised modality - RAD470 uses basic physical principles: Electromagnetic radiation principles, Radiation biology and protection, Cross sectional Anatomy, Imaging Pathology and Patient care/communication - RAD370.
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- discuss the types, properties, reactions to and general applications of, radiological contrast media. - describe and justify the examination techniques and protocols of mammography, the gastro-intestinal tract, genito-urinary tract and biliary tract. - discuss and justify the imaging protocol and technique implications applicable to the major indications of the imaging examinations covered in this subject. - define the difference in the distinct settings in which mammography occurs - define the key components of mammographic image quality - discuss and justify the routine protocols and common alternative techniques that may be used when undertaking the imaging examinations covered in this subject. - identify normal anatomical structures and alignment, and common pathological and traumatic conditions, as may be demonstrated radiographically by the examinations discussed in this subject. - consolidate experience of routine, examinations of the visceral structures of the thorax and abdomen and all skeletal structures and multiple trauma examinations. - consolidate experience of a variety of patient handling and communication skills appropriate to the clinical setting. gained experience of clinical problem solving skills. - consolidate skills to correctly interpret clinical requests, perform appropriate examinations and critically evaluate the diagnostic quality and efficiency of radiographs produced. - consolidate the professional attitudes, ethics, communication skills and personal behaviour which contribute to the successful working relationship within the health care team. - administer appropriate patient preparation and care relevant to basic plain and contrast examinations.
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics: For each anatomical region/structure examination the following aspects are covered:
- gross anatomy - revise/consolidate.
- radiographic anatomy - normal and common abnormal.
- overview of major (common) indications for the examinations, including:
- affect on radiographic parameters, as applicable.
- Basic projections/image series/techniques.
- patient preparation/care
- patient positioning, including common alternative techniques.
- immobilisation/positioning aids technical parameters - centring, film size, film/screen combination, collimation, grid, FFD, optimal kVp, radiation protection.
- critical assessment of anatomical alignment - patient and image appearances.
Common supplementary/specialised projections/techniques, as applicable. e.g.:
- age related techniques
- trauma protocol
- mobile and theatre protocol
- abnormality specific protocol
- weight bearing high and low kVp applications
Examinations
Contrast Media
- Classifications
- Applications
Gastro-intestinal system
- barium and water soluble
- swallow single and double contrast meal and small bowel examination
- single and double contrast enema
Genito-urinary system
- intravenous urography
- cysto-urethography
- retrograde pyelography
- hysterosalpingography
- antegrade pyelography
Biliary system
- oral cholangiography
- intravenous cholangiography
- operative cholangiography
- t-tube cholangiography
- ERCP
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The information contained in the 2016 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 06 September 2016. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.