Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 04/22/03
MRT142 19936-20032	LEC LAB	2 Credit(s) 1 Credit(s)	2 Period(s) 3 Period(s)
Radiographic Positioning II
Positioning of the upper and lower extremity, pelvis, hip, and bones of the thorax. Common contrast media procedures. Emphasis in terminology, gross and radiographic anatomy, procedures, film evaluation, and modifications for improvement. Prerequisites: MRT132.

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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
MRT142   19936-20032	Radiographic Positioning II

1.	Use proper positioning terminology. (I)
2.	Describe the anatomy of the upper and lower extremities. (II)
3.	Identify and use radiographic anatomy and landmarks of the upper and lower extremities. (III)
4.	Describe the anatomy of the pelvis, hip, and bones of the thorax. (IV)
5.	Describe the anatomy of the upper and lower gastrointestinal, urinary, and biliary systems. (V)
6.	Identify radiographic anatomy and landmarks of the pelvis, hip, and bones of the thorax. (VI)
7.	Identify radiographic anatomy of the upper and lower gastrointestinal, urinary, and biliary systems. (VII)
8.	Demonstrate proper radiographic positioning of the upper and lower extremities. (VIII)
9.	Demonstrate proper radiographic positioning of the pelvis, hip, and bones of the thorax. (IX)
10.	Describe the type, characteristics, and adverse reactions of radiographic contrast media. (X)
11.	Describe radiographic procedures of the upper and lower gastrointestinal, urinary, and biliary systems. (XI)

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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
MRT142   19936-20032	Radiographic Positioning II

I. Terminology A. Body planes B. Reference points C. Palpation points D. Medical terminology E. Equipment terminology II. Upper and Lower Extremity Anatomy A. Forearm B. Elbow C. Humerus D. Shoulder girdle E. Foot F. Ankle G. Tibia and fibula H. Knee I. Femur J. Patella K. Joint classification III. Radiographic Anatomy of Upper and Lower Extremity A. Forearm B. Elbow C. Humerus D. Shoulder girdle E. Foot F. Ankle G. Tibia and fibula H. Knee I. Femur J. Patella K. Landmarks 1. Styloid process 2. Humerla epicondyles 3. Coracoid process 4. Malleolar processes 5. Apex of patella 6. Trochanters IV. Anatomy of the Pelvis, Hip, and Bones of the Thorax A. Ilium B. Ischium C. Pubis D. Acetabulum E. Sacroiliac joints F. Symphysis pubis G. True and false pelvis H. Birth canal I. Sternum J. Ribs V. Anatomy of the Gastrointenstinal, Urinary, and Biliary System A. Upper gastrointestinal 1. Esophagus 2. Cardiac sphincter 3. Greater curvature 4. Lesser curvature 5. Rugae 6. Fundus 7. Pylorus 8. Body 9. Pyloric sphincter 10. Duodenal bulb 11. C-loop B. Lower gastrointestinal 1. Cecum 2. Appendix 3. Ascending colon 4. Right colic flexure 5. Transverse colon 6. Left colic flexure 7. Descending colon 8. Sigmoid colon 9. Rectum C. Urinary 1. Renal artery and vein 2. Pyramids 3. Calyces 4. Renal pelvis 5. U.P.J. 6. Ureters 7. Pelvic brim 8. U.V.J. 9. Bladder 10. Urethra D. Biliary 1. Liver 2. Gallbladder 3. Hepatic ducts 4. Common bile duct 5. Cystic duct 6. Sphincter of Oddi 7. Ampulla of Vater VI. Radiographic Anatomy of the Pelvis, Hip, and Bones of the Thorax A. Pelvis 1. Ilium 2. Ischium 3. Pubis B. Pelvis classification C. Pelvic landmarks 1. Iliac crest 2. Anterior superior iliac spine 3. Symphysis pubis 4. Ischial tuberosities D. Hip 1. Acetabulum 2. Fovea capitus 3. Femoral head 4. Anatomical neck 5. Greater trochanter 6. Lesser trochanter 7. Surgical neck E. Ribs 1. Anterior ribs 2. Posterior ribs 3. True vs.false ribs 4. Costocartiliage 5. Costal angle 6. Costal groove 7. Costotransverse joints 8. Costovertebral joints F. Sternum 1. Manubrium 2. Body 3. Xiphoid process VII. Radiographic Anatomy of Upper and Lower Gastrointestinal, Urinary, and Biliary Systems A. Upper gastrointestinal 1. Esophagus 2. Cardiac orifice 3. Fundus 4. Body 5. Pylorus 6. Pyloric sphincter 7. Duodenal bulb 8. C-loop B. Small intestine 1. Duodenum 2. Jejunum 3. Ileum 4. Ileocecal valve C. Lower gastrointestinal 1. Cecum 2. Ascending colon 3. Hepatic flexure 4. Transverse colon 5. Splenic flexure 6. Descending colon 7. Sigmoid colon 8. Rectum D. Urinary 1. Renal vessels 2. Pyramids 3. Calyces 4. Renal pelvis 5. Ureter 6. Bladder 7. Urethra E. Biliary 1. Liver 2. Gallbladder 3. Ducts 4. Bile 5. Hormonal activity VIII. Positioning of Upper and Lower Extremity A. Film size and placement B. Tube alignment and centering C. Part positioning D. Total and verbal positioning E. Patient communication F. Radiation protection G. Film evaluation H. Special situations IX. Positioning of the Pelvis, Hips, and Bones of the Thorax A. Film size and placement B. Tube alignment and centering C. Part positioning D. Total and verbal positioning E. Patient communication F. Radiation protection G. Film evaluation H. Special situations X. Contrast Media A. Types B. Applications C. Administration D. Reactions and side effects E. Reaction management XI. Contrast Media Procedures A. Definition B. Purpose C. Clinical indications D. Contrast media E. Equipment F. Positions G. Safety

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