RAD 183 - Special Procedures

Credit(s) 3.00
Lecture Hours: 3.00
This course is an integrated study of detailed anatomy, physiology, and radiographic procedures including the use of special equipment. Special emphasis is placed on the radiographic procedures related to the circulatory and nervous system. The scientific principles and uses of computerized tomography (CT), digital angiography, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), ultrasonography, and nuclear medicine are discussed. Students will apply these principles during their clinical practicum and special rotations. Preparation, precautions, and administration of contrast media will be explored.

Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of C in RAD 143
SLOs:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Accurately identify anatomy related to the circulatory, respiratory, urinary, reproductive, skeletal, and nervous systems.
Demonstrate understanding of the applications and positioning of special procedures related to the circulatory, respiratory, urinary, reproductive, skeletal, and nervous systems.
Demonstrate understanding of the principles of nuclear medicine, CT, ultrasound, MRI, and special procedures.
Explain the significance of reviewing current literature related to developments of new technology and techniques applicable to special radiographic procedures.