Essential principles of x-ray image interpretation

In this unit you will broaden your clinical knowledge and develop fundamental skills in the analysis of plain radiographic images. You will expand your critiquing of radiographic images through the application of a methodical approach when interpreting X-ray images. You will learn to apply principles of visual perception and pattern recognition and statistical skills to reduce interpretation errors. You will learn to discriminate abnormalities from the appearances of normal radiographic anatomy and anatomical variants on plain radiographic images of body regions. You will learn to apply clinical decision-making processes to diagnostic imaging pathways in the context of emergency care. This unit will enable you to construct effective interprofessional communication skills in the acute and non-acute care settings. You will be required to articulate professional knowledge in the appraisal of advances in clinical practice affected by the impact of artificial intelligence on computer-assisted image interpretation of radiographic images.