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NMT221 Nuclear Medicine Technique 1 (8)
Abstract This subject will begin the students' comprehensive education in Nuclear Medicine procedures. It deals with the development and comparison of methods appropriate to each of a number of important body systems, including: Musculoskeletal, Gastrointestinal and Genito-urinary. The subject aims to provide a broad based understanding of the principles and practice of Nuclear Medicine Techniques, providing a sound platform of knowledge for students to take into their clinical placement. |
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Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details prior to contacting their course coordinator: NMT221
Where differences exist between the handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
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Subject informationDuration | Grading System | School: |
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One session | HD/FL | School of Biomedical Sciences |
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Enrolment restrictionsB AppSc (NucMedTech) students only |
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should, for the specific study areas of: Musculoskeletal System, Gastro-intestinal System, Genito-urinary System; Be able to understand the rationale behind routine procedures Understand and be capable of implementing correct positioning techniques Be able to describe the physiology, pathophysiology, and anatomy associated with each technique. Be able to describe the physiological pathways of the radiopharmaceuticals, knowing the physical characteristics and mechanisms of localisation of each, and determine diagnostically useful dosages. Understand the rationale behind and techniques for paediatric applications of each specific study area. Understand the principles of quantitative analysis. Obtain some understanding of, and conduct research into, less frequently performed procedures in these body systems; Be able to perform a range of basic procedures under direct supervision, and have achieved competency in these. Have a greater understanding of Nuclear Medicine and its application of radionuclides for diagnosis and treatment. Be able to safely handle radionuclides and perform some hot lab procedures. Be able to safely dispose of and/or store radioactive waste. Have built on patient care skills from NMT102. Have developed professional attitudes and behaviour in the clinical environment. |
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics: Module 1: Musculoskeletal System:
Radionuclides and radiopharmaceuticals
Physiology, pathophysiology, and anatomy. Protocol variations for differing pathologies (dynamic, blood pool and static imaging)
Positioning techniques for imaging
Quantitative information available
Bone mineral densitometry
Paediatric considerations
Image interpretation
Module 2: Gastro-intestinal System:
Radionuclides and radiopharmaceuticals
Physiology, pathophysiology, and anatomy
Gastrointestinal bleed studies, biliary and liver studies, Meckel's diverticulum, gastric emptying and milk study protocols
Positioning techniques for imaging
Quantitative information available
Paediatric considerations
Image interpretation
Module 3: Genito-urinary System:
Radionuclides and radiopharmaceuticals
Physiology, pathophysiology, and anatomy
Differential, ERPF, glomerular filtration rate, mean transit time, Lasix half clearance, renal scarring, ureteric reflux protocols
Interventional renal studies
Positioning techniques for imaging
Quantitative information available with and without imaging
Paediatric considerations
Image interpretation
Clinical Component: This subject will provide the student with a 5 week program of directly supervised clinical experience in appropriate Nuclear Medicine Centres. Emphasis will be placed on complementing and consolidating acquired knowledge. Problem Based Learning styles will enable the student to expand on these areas where the work environment provides other experience. Students will build on their patient-care skills and be exposed to different clinical situations |
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The information contained in the 2016 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 06 September 2016. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.