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RDS-408
Radiographic Pathology
This course is designed to provide the student with an introduction to pathology related to medical- surgical diseases and injury. Diseases that are demonstrated using radiographic procedures are the primary focus. The various modalities used to demonstrate pathologies are also discussed.
RDS-409
Advanced Imaging Techniques II
This course is designed to enhance the knowledge base of general radiographic equipment requirements and design. Included topics include: Image intensification, viewing and recording systems, digital fluoroscopy, linear tomography, mobile units and AEC devices.
RDS-410
Radiographic Procedures IV
Various forms of contrast media and its delivery are reviewed in this course. The procedures involving the digestive, urinary and biliary systems are studied in detail.
RDS-411
Image Evaluation II
This course is designed so that the student may continue critical analysis of
image quality based upon theories learned and practiced under direct
supervision.
3.00
3.00
2.00
2.00
RDS-412
Quality Assurance Testing
3.00
RDS-413
Clinical Education V
Continuation of clinical education rotations gives the student the opportunity to gain skill in the procedures learned in the classroom and laboratory setting. At this point in time, the student should be confident in performing all basic radiographic procedures. Competency exams are still on progress. The student should be able to work under indirect supervision per JRCERT and program guidelines. Opportunities to rotate through advanced modality areas are often offered.
3.00
RDS-415
Clinical Education VI
Continuation of clinical education rotations gives the student the opportunity to ensure that a broad knowledge and comfort level in performing all radiographic procedures under indirect supervision has been attained before graduation. The terminal competencies are completed at the conclusion of the semester if required.
RDS-420
Pharmacology & Drug Administration
This course is designed to provide basic concepts of pharmacology. The theory and practice of basic techniques of venipuncture and administration of contrast agents and / or intravenous medications is included. The appropriate delivery of patient care during these procedures is emphasized.
3.00
2.00