RAD 140 - Radiographic Positioning and Image Analysis II

1. Terminology for positioning and projection
2. Procedural and general considerations
3. Positioning considerations
4. Image analysis standards
5. Image production factors and corrective action

1. Use anatomical nomenclature. (1,3)
2. Define standard positioning terms related to procedures of the vertebral column, cranium, bony thorax, studies of urinary and digestive systems, arthrography, myelography, venography and imaging during trauma and surgery. (1)
3. Explain procedural and general considerations for radiographic procedures of the vertebral column, cranium, bony thorax, studies of urinary and digestive systems, arthrography, myelography, venography and imaging during trauma and surgery; including an evaluation of radiographic orders, patients with special needs, room preparation and patient communication. (2)
4. Adapt general procedural considerations of the vertebral column, cranium, bony thorax, studies of urinary and digestive systems, arthrography, myelography, venography and imaging during trauma and surgery for positioning, centering, appropriate anatomy and overall image quality. (3)
5. Utilize image analysis standards to identify and evaluate the anatomy and radiographic image appearance characteristics of structures visualized on routine radiographs of the vertebral column, cranium, bony thorax, studies of urinary and digestive systems, arthrography, myelography, venography and imaging during trauma and surgery. (4)
6. Employ image production factors and corrective action for the special positions/projections of the vertebral column, cranium, bony thorax, studies of urinary and digestive systems, arthrography, myelography, venography and imaging during trauma and surgery. (5)