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

A full and detailed knowledge of positioning techniques and the development of positioning skills is essential to the professional practice of medical imaging technologists. This includes the extended range of skeletal systems projections, basic contrast media examinations and radiography performed outside of the Medical Imaging Department.

Aims

This unit is designed to extend the student's knowledge of skeletal radiography, minor procedures, and imaging practices. The practical sessions are designed to develop positioning skills through role play and taking radiographs of sectional models to become familiar with radiographic appearances.

Objectives

On completion of this unit you should be able to:

1. Describe patient care and patient preparation, preparation of the room, immobilisation devices, patient positioning and radiographic techniques for radiographic examinations and procedures including a knowledge and understanding of the composition and use of contrast media and it's possible complications.

2. Describe modifications of radiographic techniques used for ward radiography, operating theatre and acute trauma situations.

3. Demonstrate positioning skills and radiographic techniques used for an extended range of general radiographic examinations and minor procedures in the laboratory situation. Critically evaluate and analyse the resultant images produced with regard to technical quality and anatomical detail appropriate for diagnosis.

4. Demonstrate an ability to evaluate imaging request forms and nominate the appropriate imaging series, and recognise normal and abnormal anatomical structures and disease processes on radiographic images of general radiographic examinations and minor procedures.

5. Demonstrate completion of pre-clinical skills development activities as preparation for clinical placement experience.

Content

Skull and Facial Bones.
Ward Radiography.
Bony Thorax.
Operating Theatre Technique.
Cardiovascular System.
Biliary System.
Accident and Emergency Radiography.
Radiographic Contrast Media.
Alimentary System.
Genito-urinary System.
Practical sessions and exercises in radiographic examinations of:
- Ribs, Sternum, Sterno-clavicular joints
- Renal Tract.
- GI Tract.
- Bedside Radiography.
- Skull Radiography including Facial Bones, Sinuses, Mandible, TM joints.

Approaches to Teaching and Learning

Lectures provide the theoretical background information, incorporating case study film reviews, and interpretation.

Practical sessions and exercises allow the development of pre-clinical skills in radiographic positioning and techniques through role play, imaging of models, image critique and interpretation.

Interactive radiographic resources allow additional development of positioning and critiquing skills.

Assessment

Students must achieve a satisfactory level of performance in both theoretical and practical elements of this unit to achieve a passing grade. Students must achieve at least 55% to be awarded a passing grade.You will receive feedback on your reports submitted for assessment. the assignment and the detailed critical analysis. Ongoing feedback is provided by teaching staff on your performance during practical sessions.

Assessment name: Examination (Theory)
Description: (Summative) - End of semester written examination.
Relates to objectives: 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
Weight: 30%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: End of Semester

Assessment name: Report (Written and Oral)
Description: (Summative) - A written and verbal account of a topic, problem or task.
Relates to objectives: 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
Weight: 40%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: Ongoing

Assessment name: Laboratory/Practical
Description: End of semester practical assessment which may incorporate role play and image evaluation.
Relates to objectives: 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
Weight: 30%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: End of Semester

Assessment name: Problem Solving Task
Description: (Formative) - You must complete all exercises and submit all images and critique forms in your Image Portfolio to be eligible to sit for the end of semester practical examination. No % weighting but is a mandatory requirement.
Relates to objectives: 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: End 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

1. General Radiography 2 Laboratory Manual

2. Bontrager, K.L. (2010). Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy. (7th ed) St Louis, Missouri: Mosby-Elsevier.

3. Armstrong, P., & Wastie, M. (2009). Diagnostic Imaging, (6th ed.). Oxford, UK: Blackwell Scientific.

References:

Other radiographic positioning texts may be used as a student reference.

CSB034 Blackboard Site:

Summary lecture notes and case study images.

Academic Integrity Kit Link

Risk assessment statement

The only out of the ordinary risks associated with the unit relate to the use of x-ray equipment in the radiography laboratory. You will receive instructions on safety issues and laboratory rules. You will be required to submit a declaration that you have read the Radiation Safety and Protection Plan for the laboratory, prior to using the facilities.

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: 15-Feb-2013