RAD370 Radiological Imaging 2 (8)

This subject considers the techniques protocols and clinical practice utilised in contrast radiography and mammography. It integrates professional and ethical standards and concepts into the clinical environment.

No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2019.

Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

School of Dentistry and Health Sciences

Prerequisites

RAD270

Subject Relationships

RAD370 Specialised modality - RAD470 uses basic physical principles: Electromagnetic radiation principles, Radiation biology and protection, Cross sectional Anatomy, Imaging Pathology and Patient care/communication - RAD370.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • discuss the types, properties, reactions to and general applications of, radiological contrast media.
  • describe and justify the examination techniques and protocols of mammography, the gastrointestinal tract, genitourinary tract and biliary tract.
  • discuss and justify the imaging protocol and technique implications applicable to the major indications of the imaging examinations covered in this subject.
  • define the difference in the distinct settings in which mammography occurs
  • define the key components of mammographic image quality
  • discuss and justify the routine protocols and common alternative techniques that may be used when undertaking the imaging examinations covered in this subject.
  • identify normal anatomical structures and alignment, and common pathological and traumatic conditions, as may be demonstrated radiographically by the examinations discussed in this subject.
  • consolidate experience of routine, examinations of the visceral structures of the thorax and abdomen and all skeletal structures and multiple trauma examinations.
  • consolidate experience of a variety of patient handling and communication skills appropriate to the clinical setting. gained experience of clinical problem solving skills.
  • consolidate skills to correctly interpret clinical requests, perform appropriate examinations and critically evaluate the diagnostic quality and efficiency of radiographs produced.
  • consolidate the professional attitudes, ethics, communication skills and personal behaviour which contribute to the successful working relationship within the health care team.
  • administer appropriate patient preparation and care relevant to basic plain and contrast examinations.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:

For each anatomical region/structure examination the following aspects are covered: - gross anatomy - revise/consolidate. - radiographic anatomy - normal and common abnormal. - overview of major (common) indications for the examinations, including: - affect on radiographic parameters, as applicable. - Basic projections/image series/techniques. - patient preparation/care - patient positioning, including common alternative techniques. - immobilisation/positioning aids technical parameters - centring, film size, film/screen combination, collimation, grid, FFD, optimal kVp, radiation protection. - critical assessment of anatomical alignment - patient and image appearances. Common supplementary/specialised projections/techniques, as applicable. e.g.: - age related techniques - trauma protocol - mobile and theatre protocol - abnormality specific protocol - weight bearing high and low kVp applications Examinations Contrast Media - Classifications - Applications Gastro-intestinal system - barium and water soluble - swallow single and double contrast meal and small bowel examination - single and double contrast enema Genito-urinary system - intravenous urography - cysto-urethography - retrograde pyelography - hysterosalpingography - antegrade pyelography Biliary system - oral cholangiography - intravenous cholangiography - operative cholangiography - t-tube cholangiography - ERCP

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The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: May 2019. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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