RAD 150 Clinical Radiography I
This course orients students to medical imaging and clinical settings. Safe radiation practices, magnetic resonance imaging safety, patient care, confidentiality, and professional responsibilities are discussed. Medical imaging equipment and technical factors are reviewed. Clinical policies and procedures, online recordkeeping system, and competency requirements are presented. Clinical site orientation material is completed and visitation to the clinical sites is conducted. Students are introduced to the patient care environment through direct and indirect supervision based on the theories presented in the didactic and laboratory components of the program. There will be emphasis on the care of patients of all ages, different patient conditions, demonstrating, performing, and evaluating for competency of radiographic procedures, identification and operation of basic and advanced medical imaging equipment, functioning with other medical personnel, and administrative functions for medical imaging.
Prerequisite
Admission to the program.
Corequisite
RAD 110, RAD 120