Overview

Medico legal requirements: to include justification of medical exposures, accurate record keeping, data protection, confidentiality, correct patient identification

Role the radiographer has in limiting exposure to ionising radiation

Medical and Radiographic terminology

Introduction to exposure factors and digital imaging processing

Radiographic image evaluation

Imaging of the appendicular skeleton

Imaging of the axial skeleton and viscera

The use of protocols within radiographic practice

Radiographic anatomy

Quality criteria associated with the examination and the resulting images for the areas of practice

Patient centered care in radiography

Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate an understanding of the meanings of common medical terminology related to radiography

• Describe the role and use of exposure factor manipulation and digital image processing in the optimisation of radiographic images

• Evaluate radiographs of the appendicular skeleton, axial skeleton, chest and abdomen in terms of image quality. Suggest action for correcting faults in radiographs in these areas.

• Reflect on clinical practice and demonstrate the ability to work safely under supervision as a member of a professional team

• Undertake and describe appropriate imaging examinations of the appendicular skeleton, axial skeleton, chest and abdomen