MCCCD Official Course Competencies:

DMI204  2007 Fall – 2011 Fall

Radiography Practicum III

1.

Perform basic radiographic equipment operation and maintenance procedures. (I)

2.

Perform radiographic examinations of the abdomen. (II)

3.

Under general supervision, perform contrast media examinations, shoulder girdle, and thoracic bone studies. (II)

4.

Assist technologist in performing examinations of the spine and cranium, and procedures in the operating room. (II)

5.

Under strict supervision, perform and examinations utilizing portable equipment. (II)

6.

Assist in advanced procedure examinations. (II)

7.

Utilize proper patient care techniques. (III)

8.

Demonstrate proper radiation protection procedures. (IV)

9.

Demonstrate appropriate ethical, legal and professional job- related behavior. (V)

10.

Communicate professionally with patients, physicians, and other members of the health care team. (VI)

11.

Demonstrate understanding and proper care for the culturally diverse patient. (VII)

12.

Demonstrate critical thinking skills in the production of images and the care of patients. (VIII)

MCCCD Official Course Outline:

DMI204  2007 Fall – 2011 Fall

Radiography Practicum III

I. Equipment

A. Orientation

B. Operation

C. Safety precautions

D. Ancillary equipment usage

E. Quality assurance

II. Radiographic Procedures

A. Abdomen

B. Contrast media procedures

1. upper gi

2. lower gi

3. urinary

4. biliary

C. Cranium and facial bones

D. Spine

E. Portable procedures

F. Surgical procedures

G. Advanced procedures

III. Patient Care

A. Rapport

B. Comfort

C. Safety

D. Professional behavior

E. Patient signs and symptoms

F. IV lines and suction devices

G. Monitoring of oxygen devices

H. Asepsis

I. Standard precautions

J. Isolation techniques

IV. Radiation Protection

A. Collimation

B. Shielding

C. Extension cones

D. Gloves and aprons

E. Personnel monitoring

V. Professional Behavior

A. Professionalism

B. Ethical behavior

C. Scope of practice

D. Proper work ethics

E. Legal responsibilities

VI. Communication Skills

A. Patient

B. Physicians

C. Health care team

D. Written communication

E. Computer-based systems

1. examination requisitions

2. billing

3. supplies

VII. Culturally Diverse Patient

A. Values and beliefs

B. Understanding of cultural differences

C. Effective communication

D. Meeting patient needs

VIII. Critical Thinking Skills

A. Selection of exposure factors

B. Application of positioning concepts

C. Image evaluation

D. Pathology related issues

E. Dealing with uncooperative patient

F. Trauma related issues

G. Corrective actions