2022-2023 Yavapai College Catalog 
    
    Apr 20, 2024  
2022-2023 Yavapai College Catalog [PREVIOUS CATALOG YEAR]

RAD 270 - Radiology Registry Review


Description: Review of standard subject materials in preparation for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Examination.

Prerequisites: RAD 260 .

Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
Course Content:
  1. ARRT categories
  2. Review process
  3. Study strategies
  4. Resources
  5. Radiation protection
  6. Equipment and quality control
  7. Image production and analysis
  8. Procedures
  9. Patient care

Learning Outcomes:
  1. Identify categories of the registry examination including content areas and associated concepts within each category. (1)
  2. Outline a plan for the review process. (2)
  3. Identify strategies to enhance and improve retention of radiographic concepts and skills and determine personal focus areas of study. (3)
  4. Utilize various review resources including books, CDs, and on-line materials to augment examination preparation. (4)
  5. Summarize the concepts of radiation protection. (5)
  6. Evaluate the main points of equipment operation and quality control. (6)
  7. Summarize the principles of image production and analysis. (7)
  8. escribe the required radiographic procedures including anatomy, positioning, and pathology. (8)
  9. Explain the standards of patient care in the radiologic sciences. (9)