Units

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Sample subject outline - Semester 1 2013

Note: Subject outlines often change before the semester begins. Below is a sample outline.

Rationale

Students throughout the course have acquired both theoretical and technical knowledge in the area of image interpretation, this unit builds on these fundamental skills achieved in PCB277, 377 and 476 and concentrates on application of this knowledge to practice. Image interpretation is an essential component of general radiographic skills, with a basic knowledge of the principles of imaging techniques, their clinical applications and an appreciation of the appearances of major disease processes on diagnostic images a necessary requirement for radiographers. Students will need to gain practical skills in order to become a competent radiographer and this unit provides them with the underpinning theory and practice. Students at this level are expected to engage with the literature base in order to support their work and they will have specific support for this via the practical sessions.

Aims

This unit is designed to further develop and apply the principles of image interpretation. The aims of the unit are to develop and expand on theoretical knowledge previously acquired in the interpretation of radiographic images and recognition of common pathological processes.

Objectives

On completion of this unit you should be able to:

1. Demonstrate an ability to evaluate imaging request forms and determine the appropriate imaging series.


2. Critically evaluate and analyse images with regard to technical quality and anatomical detail appropriate for diagnosis.


3. Outline the essential criteria for assessment of both technical and diagnostic quality of selected radiographic examinations and outline the role and responsibilities of the radiographer in such assessment.


4. Describe the significance of diagnostic technologies and the associated image appearances to diseases of the organ systems.


5. Apply facts, concepts and terms related to images of the major diseases of each of the organ systems, and recognise their imaging appearances.

Content

Decision Making:

• Determining correct projections to demonstrate region/area relative to prescription of available clinical history


• Determining additional projections to demonstrate a suspected abnormality

Technical Quality:

• Recognition of poor radiographic quality


• Patient positioning errors - recognition of projection and rectification of errors


Pathological Appearances:
Imaging appearances of routine radiographic examinations, specifically including the following systems:

• Alimentary (GI) & Uro-genital (GU)


• Musculo-skeletal


• Cardiovascular and Respiratory.


Diagnostic Quality:

• Recognition and description of normal and abnormal radiographic anatomy


Medico-legal considerations in routine general radiographic examinations, including radiographer responsibilities

Approaches to Teaching and Learning

A range of learning and teaching strategies will be employed in this unit; a mixed delivery encompassing formal lectures, self-directed and collaborative learning. This unit requires you to engage with the Blackboard learning environment regularly. Specific learning materials including suggested reading, links to relevant internet sites and other electronic resources will be located on Blackboard. You will be required to complete regular practical exercises via Blackboard and where possible use Blackboard to submit your written assessment(s).

The unit is presented as formal lectures. Each lecture will be supported by lecture notes and practical exercises. The lectures will expand your to the theoretical background knowledge. Problem-based practical exercises will consolidate and extend the practical and interpretive skills involved in image interpretation and challenge you to apply your knowledge and understanding to theoretical practical situations.

As you progress through the Course you are expected to become increasingly active in your learning and the teaching and learning strategies will reflect this approach, allowing you to progress to autonomous learning. For this unit, you will be provided with the essential information and opportunity to practice but you will need to supplement this with further reading and self-directed study.

The final approach to teaching and learning relates to assessment for learning. The assessments for this unit are designed to ensure maximum understanding of the content and it is important that you recognise the role of assessment in your learning. You should view the assessments as part of your learning and ensure that you utilise the feedback to progress your learning and personal development.

Assessment

All assessment contributes to your grade. You will receive feedback on the practical components of your assessments. Ongoing feedback is provided on completion of the practical exercises. Students must achieve a satisfactory level of performance in both theory and practical aspects of the unit to gain a passing grade.Staff will provide feedback on your performance in on-line and laboratory activities.

Assessment name: Online Problem Solving Task
Description: (Formative and summative) - Completion of a series of clinical image critiques via PACS. Staff will provide feedback on your performance in the on-line activities. Completion of these exercises is a mandatory requirement.
Relates to objectives: 1, 2 and 5.
Weight: 30%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Group
Due date: During Semester


Assessment name: Demonstration
Description: (Summative) - Image viewing and evaluation, recognition of disease processes and request form interpretation.
Relates to objectives: 1, 2, 4 and 5.
Weight: 30%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: End of Semester


Assessment name: Examination (Theory)
Description: (Summative) - Written examination.
Relates to objectives: 3, 4 and 5.
Weight: 40%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: Enf of Semester


Academic Honesty

QUT is committed to maintaining high academic standards to protect the value of its qualifications. To assist you in assuring the academic integrity of your assessment you are encouraged to make use of the support materials and services available to help you consider and check your assessment items. Important information about the university's approach to academic integrity of assessment is on your unit Blackboard site.

A breach of academic integrity is regarded as Student Misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties.

Resource materials

Texts:



1. Lisle D (2007) Imaging for Students, 3rd edition, Hodder Arnold


References:


1. Bontrager KL (2010) Textbook of Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy, 7th edition, Mosby



2. McConnell, J., Eyres, R. & Nightingale, J. (2005). Interpreting Trauma Radiographs. Oxford: Blackwell
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Risk assessment statement

There are no out of the ordinary risks associated with this unit.

Disclaimer - Offer of some units is subject to viability, and information in these Unit Outlines is subject to change prior to commencement of semester.

Last modified: 11-Feb-2013