Portland Community College | Portland, Oregon

Introduction to Radiology (RAD 100) is required as part of the Radiography Program.  It is also a prerequisite for taking the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists examination for certification in Radiography.  Transferability of credit depends entirely upon the institution to which the student wishes to transfer.
Prior to enrolling in this course, the student must be accepted in the Radiography Program and have completed the required prerequisite courses.
 

Upon completion of the course students should be able to:

1. Describe professional behavior expectations, including ethical, interpersonal communication, and cultural diversity within the medical imaging setting and how they relate within the professional organization.
2. Integrate radiation protection procedures for self and patient.
3. Use radiography specific terminology correctly within the field to correlate with patient care and technical skills required within the profession.

Various media are used in presenting the course content.  Diagrams, schematics, slides, videos, and other visual aids are used in the lecture/discussion sessions.  These sessions are designed to be relevant to the skills and knowledge the student will need in the application of radio-logical imaging.
Safety is extremely important: therefore is taught throughout this course. Pertinent safety points are noted in this course.

1. Apply knowledge of legal doctrines in assessing medicolegal scenarios.

2. Identify the role of the radiographer based on practice standards and scopes of practice.

3. Apply radiation protection fundamentals learned to promote patient, personnel and public safety.

The student will demonstrate understanding of the following themes, issues, concepts and develop the following skills:
Radiographic Terminology
Radiographic Equipment/Basic radiographic components
Basic Radiation Protection
Patient Bill of Rights
ARRT Code of Ethics
Health Care Organizations
Radiology Department Operations
Scopes of Practice
Patient and Health Care Effective Communication
Radiology History
Professional Organizations
Career Ladder of Radiographer
Patient Confidentiality
Cultural Diversity
COMPETENCIES OR PROCESS SKILLS
1.Utilize radiographic terminology in the health care setting.
2.Identify categories of radiographic equipment and its use.
3. Describe radiation protection application within the field.
4.Discuss historical and professional issues and organizations associated with the radiologic technology profession.
5.Identify activities under the "Scopes of Practice".
6.Recognize expected professional behaviors and begin to model these behaviors that are consistent with the profession's ethical standards and legal requirements.
7.Communicate effectively with diverse types of patients and health care personnel.
8.Describe the organization and operation of the typical radiology department within the broader context of the health care system.
9.Practice cultural sensitivity.