RAD3042 Medical imaging science and practice 2

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

1. 1

   Perform and evaluate correct patient preparation and sonographic imaging methods employed in examinations of the upper abdomen.

2. 2

   Identify and interpret normal structures, function and common pathological appearances in abdominal ultrasound images.

3. 3

   Evaluate the function, application and potential pitfalls of ultrasound instrumentation used in abdominal ultrasound scanning.

4. 4

   Analyse clinical best practice with respect to the safe operation of MRI imaging systems and patient preparation with respect to MRI.

5. 5

   Justify the appropriate introductory MRI imaging sequences for given clinical indications across key body areas.

6. 6

   Appraise advanced radiographic techniques and radiation protection strategies in professional practice.

7. 7

   Analyse the biological effects of ultrasound and ionising radiation, radio-sensitivity of specific organ systems and describe the relevant theories of radiation damage and repair mechanisms.

8. 8

   Evaluate data collection methodologies, perform basic statistical analyses, report on accuracy and precision of outcomes using p-value, t-tests, Pearson correlations and other appropriate quantifiers.

9. 9

   Evaluate advances in instrumentation, quality assurance techniques, relevant protocols and methods employed in breast imaging including medical ultrasound.

10. 10

    Apply the concepts of Monte-Carlo calculations, depth-dose curves, interaction cross-sections, tissue conversion tables and beam quality parameterisations to perform numerical dose calculations for a variety of radiographic imaging protocols.

11. 11

    Evaluate mammographic technique and the psycho-social elements of breast imaging. Correlate each of these elements to comprehend best practice mammography.

12. 12

    Identify personal learning goals with patient-focussed clinical decision making in general radiography including contrast, trauma, fluoroscopic, paediatric and mobile imaging with various patients, encompassing the broader healthcare team.

13. 13

    Perform general radiographic examinations of adult patients at the level of competent student radiographer.

14. 14

    Perform general radiographic examinations of paediatric and complex adult patients at the level of advanced beginner student radiographer.