Module RDR-1174:
Applied Imaging Practice 1
Applied Imaging practice 1 2023-24
RDR-1174
2023-24
School Of Medical And Health Sciences
Module - Semester 1 & 2
30 credits
Module Organiser:
Lisa Fox-Pritchard
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
Assessment method
Class Test
Assessment type
Summative
Description
Exam
Weighting
50%
Due date
31/05/2024
Assessment method
Individual Presentation
Assessment type
Summative
Description
Reflection Poster
Weighting
15%
Due date
18/03/2024
Assessment method
Clinical Practical Assessment
Assessment type
Summative
Description
Chest assessement
Weighting
15%
Due date
03/06/2024
Assessment method
Clinical Practical Assessment
Assessment type
Summative
Description
Projectional radiography
Weighting
20%
Due date
03/06/2024
Assessment method
Logbook Or Portfolio
Assessment type
Summative
Description
Clinical Portfolio
Weighting
0%
Due date
03/06/2024