R T 51C: FUNDAMENTALS OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY III
Foothill College Course Outline of Record
| Heading | Value |
|---|---|
| Units: | 4 |
| Hours: | 4 lecture per week (48 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | R T 51B. |
| Degree & Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | CSU |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade Only |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Student Learning Outcomes
- Evaluate proper positioning of the vertebral column, skull, bony thorax, and sub-special radiographic procedures in order to produce diagnostic images in the clinical setting.
- Analyzes anatomy related to vertebral column, skull, bony thorax, and sub-special radiographic procedures to assess images for proper positioning.
Description
Course Objectives
The student will be able to:
A. List and identify the anatomy of the vertebral column, skull and bony thorax.
B. Describe the positioning and radiographic procedures used to visualize anatomic structures of the vertebral column, skull and bony thorax.
C. Demonstrate knowledge of surgical radiographic procedures and equipment.
D. Evaluate radiographic images and explain rationale for each projection/procedure.
E. Describe the techniques and positioning for pediatric radiology.
F. Describe the techniques and positioning for trauma radiology.
Course Content
A. Anatomy
1. Cervical spine
2. Thoracic spine
3. Scoliosis series
4. Lumbar spine
5. Sacrum and coccyx
6. Sacroiliac joints
7. Skull
8. Ribs
9. Sternum
10. Soft tissue neck
B. Positioning
1. Cervical spine
2. Thoracic spine
3. Scoliosis series
4. Lumbar spine
5. Sacrum and coccyx
6. Sacroiliac joints
7. Skull
8. Ribs
9. Sternum
10. Soft tissue neck
C. Surgical radiographic procedures
1. Contrast media
2. Fluoroscopy
3. Radiation protection
4. Patient prep (pre and post)
5. Room preparation
6. Equipment
7. OR personnel
8. Sterile technique
D. Image evaluation
1. Anatomic structures shown
2. Positioning and patient instructions
3. Collimation and central ray
4. Technical and exposure criteria
5. Image markers and identifiers
6. Related pathology
E. Pediatric radiology
1. Positioning techniques
2. Communication
3. Anatomy considerations
4. Dose reduction/image gently
F. Trauma radiology
1. Positioning techniques
2. Communication
3. Anatomy considerations
Lab Content
Not applicable.
Special Facilities and/or Equipment
B. Anatomical phantoms and models
C. Illuminators (viewboxes)
D. Positioning aids
E. Computer access/internet access for online Etudes component
F. 3-D virtual anatomy applications
G. Access to digital imaging teaching file
H. Access to Canvas
Method(s) of Evaluation
Methods of evaluation may include, but are not limited to:
A. Quizzes, midterms, and a comprehensive final examination, for content, terminology and knowledge of subject matter.
B. Evaluation of written image analysis, for content, form, and application of critique methodology.
Method(s) of Instruction
Methods of instruction may include, but are not limited to: lecture, discussion, cooperative learning exercises, and demonstration.
Representative Text(s) and Other Materials
Bontranger, Kenneth L. Textbook of Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy. 9th ed. St. Louis, MO: C.V. Mosby Company, 2018.
Bontranger, Kenneth L. Workbook and Laboratory Manual Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy. 9th ed. St. Louis, MO: C.V. Mosby Company, 2018. ISBN: 9780323399661
Types and/or Examples of Required Reading, Writing, and Outside of Class Assignments
A. Weekly reading assignments from text, one chapter per week, and syllabus, for integration into clinical practice.
B. Image analysis component, where application of material in lecture is utilized by evaluating digital radiographic images.