Course Outline of Record

Item	Value
Curriculum Committee Approval Date	11/17/2021
Top Code	122500 - Radiologic Technology
Units	2 Total Units
Hours	36 Total Hours (Lecture Hours 36)
Total Outside of Class Hours	0
Course Credit Status	Credit: Degree Applicable (D)
Material Fee	No
Basic Skills	Not Basic Skills (N)
Repeatable	No
Grading Policy	Standard Letter (S)

Course Description

Introduction to advanced imaging principles and procedures to include diagnostic specials, interventional angiography CT and MR sectional anatomy as related to these imaging procedures. Principles of mammographic imaging per California state (RHB) regulations. Introduction to quality assurance principles and techniques. Elements of professional development. PREREQUISITE: RADT A270. COREQUISITE: RADT A277. Transfer Credit: CSU.

Course Level Student Learning Outcome(s)

1. Develop positioning skills applicable to specialized contrast exams studies.
2. Apply principles of image analysis to the examination in the course.
3. Demonstrate appropriate patient care skills and adherence to radiation protection practices.

Course Objectives

• 1. * - Demonstrate adherence to current RHB regulations regarding mammographic imaging.
• 2. ** - Identify the role and responsibilities of the mammographer and the Special imaging technologist.
• 3. * - Perform quality control tests to meet the criteria of a departmental Quality Assurance Program
• 4. * - Understand the manipulation of equipment and technical factors in special imaging radiography
• 5. * - Identify sectional anatomy and pathology associated with diagnostic special procedures and mammography.
• 6. ** - Evaluate and analyze quality of radiographic images.
• 7. ** - Apply knowledge of professional development to include employment seeking techniques, resume writing, and job interview skills.
• 8. * - Accurately identify exams and contrast medias relating to diagnostic special procedures to include CT, MR, and interventional angiography..
• 9. * - Adhere to the guideline for contrast media reaction responses.
• I SCAN SKILL IDENTIFICATION
• II * Competencies
• III ** Foundation Skills

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Lecture Content

Introduction to the course, lecture and laboratory components. Orientation to classroom materials Sectional anatomy plates  Pathology film file Processor QA tools and equipment     Mammography     History of mammography     Basic equipment/procedures     Changing psychology of mammography     Breast Cancer     Breast Health     Breast disease/epidemiology     Fears/emotions     Laboratory     Pathology films     Sectional plates     Processor QC tests     Film/image evaluation and critique    Breast Self - Examination     Tape on BSE/American Cancer Society     Facilitator skills session     Breast Cancer treatment options     Patient relations     Mammographers responsibilities     Modern mammographic equipment   processing procedures   film/screen combinations   mammographic QA     Patient positioning skills     Base line mammography   CC   Medio - lateral oblique     Advanced positions     Breast anatomy and physiology     Tissue classification     Application of technical factors     Special procedures     Steriotactic biopsy     Needle localization     Ductography     Glactography     Specimen radiology    Introduction to pharmacology of contrast media /portable and surgical procedures     Ionic vs non -ionic     Preparation     Administration     Emergency procedures     Precautions     Signs and Symptoms     Types of reactions     Responses     Tape - Recognize and Respond     Portable radiography     Common procedures     Patient care/protocols     Surgical radiography     Common procedures     Sterile fields/protocols     Central nervous system and spinal column     Radiographic anatomy     Physiology     Sectional anatomy     Film critique     Exams of the CNS and contrast media     Myelograms     Diskography     Pneumoencephalography     Ventriculography     CT and MR of the CNS     Respiratory system and related exams/contrast media     Radiographic anatomy    Physiology    Cross-sectional anatomy     Film evaluation and critique    Exams of the respiratory system and contrast media     Bronchography    CT and MR applications     Pathology film critique     The venous and the lymphatic systems, exams and contrast     Radiographic anatomy     Venous system:  anatomy and physiology     Lymphatic system: anatomy and physiology     Cross-sectional analysis     Film evaluation and critique     Procedures     Lymphangiogrpahy     Adenography     Lymphangioadenography     Venography     Contrast media utilized     Pathology film evaluation and critique     Introduction to venipuncture     Male and female reproductive systems and related exams     Female reproductive anatomy     Physiology     Cross-sectional anatomy     Types of exams     Hysterosalpingogram     Vaginography     Pelvimetry     Fistula and sinus tracts     Male reproductive anatomy     Physiology     Cross-sectional anatomy     Types of male contrast exams     Cavernosography     Testiculography     E pidimography     Vesculogrpahy     Prostatography     Types and uses of contrast media     Pathology film evaluation and critique     Arthrography exams and contrast     Anatomy of joints     Physiology     Classifications     Common types of exams     Knee arthrogram     Hip arthrography     Temporal - mandibular arthrography     Shoulder arthrography     Contrast media utilized     Pathology film evaluation and critique     Salivary gland and duct system exams and contrast     Anatomy     Physiology     Cross-sectional studies     Types of sialogram     Parotid     Sub maxillary     Sub mandibular     Contrast media used     Pathology film evaluation and critique     Arterial system and cardiovascular system exams and contrast     Arterial system     Anatomy     Physiology     Cross-sectional identification     Related exams     Cerebral angiography   Carotid   Vertebral     Peripheral angiography   upper extremity   lower extremity     Abdominal angiography     Selective angiography   pulmonary   hepatic   celiac     Equipment and accessories     Contrast used     Cardiovascular system     Anatomy     Physiology     Cross - sectional     Related exams     Ventriculography     Cardioangiography     Cardioangioplasty     Equipment and accessories     Contrast used     Pathology film evaluation and critique     Resume and CV organization and writing/professional development and employment strategies     Cover letter     CV     Resume     Job interview     Continued education and professional growth     Current employment trends   Administrative procedures   Salaries   Benefits     CT and MRI imaging modalities/pediatric radiography     Imaging principles     Equipment components     Common procedures     Technologist responsibilities     Common problems/precautions     Pediatrics     Positioning     Patient care protocols     Technical factors

Lab Content

1. Combo exposure factors 2. Collimation and its effect on contrast and exposure 3. Cassette size and resolution 4. Digital artifacts 5. AEC and digital imaging 6. Half Value Layer 7. Digital Quality Assurance 8. Fluoro check 9. Fluoro resolution 10. Fluoro Effect of magnification on dose 11. Fluoro Exposure Modes and dose rate 12. Fluoro Maximum Exposure Rate 13. Fluoro Image lag 14. Fluoro Target to panel distance and its effect on patient dose

Method(s) of Instruction

• Lecture (02)
• DE Live Online Lecture (02S)

Instructional Techniques

1.  Theory a.  lecture b.  guest speakers c.  field trip d.  videos/slides e.  reading assignments 2.  Laboratory instruction a.  demonstration b.  performance evaluation

Reading Assignments

2 hours per week 1.  Some examinations and quizzes contain essay format questions 2.  Written cover letter, CV and Resume

Writing Assignments

1.25 hours per week 1.  Some examinations and quizzes contain essay format questions 2.  Written cover letter, CV and Resume

Out-of-class Assignments

1.25 hours per week 1.  Some examinations and quizzes contain essay format questions 2.  Written cover letter, CV and Resume

Demonstration of Critical Thinking

1.    Periodic Quizzes (including film critiques)2.    Term test (some with written components)3.    Final exam - comprehensive4.    CV and Resume written assignments

Required Writing, Problem Solving, Skills Demonstration

1.  Some examinations and quizzes contain essay format questions 2.  Written cover letter, CV and Resume

Eligible Disciplines

Radiological technology: Any bachelors degree and two years of professional experience, or any associate degree and six years of professional experience.

Textbooks Resources

1. Required Long, B. W., Hall Rollins, J, Smith, B. J.. Merrills Atlas of Radiographic Position and Procedures, 13th ed. Elsevier/Mosby, 2016 2. Required Long, B. W., Hall Rollins, J, Smith, B. J.. Radiographic Anatomy, Positioning and Procedures Workbook., ed. Elsevier/Mosby, 2016 3. Required McQuillen-Martensen, K. Radiographic Image Analysis, ed. Elsevier/Mosby, 2016 Rationale: -

Other Resources

1. Pathology  Files, OCC Lab. Image Critique Files, OCC Lab. Computer Instructional programs.