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Oct 18, 2024
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2024-2025 Yavapai College Catalog
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RAD 141 - Radiographic Positioning II
Description: Fundamentals of radiographic positioning of the vertebral column, cranium, and bony thorax. Emphasis on contrast studies of the urinary and digestive systems, and imaging during trauma and surgery. Includes procedural considerations for age-specific imaging.
Prerequisites: RAD 100 , RAD 111 , RAD 111L , RAD 125 , RAD 170 , and RAD 175 .
Corequisite: RAD 135 , RAD 141L , RAD 155 , and RAD 160A .
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
Lab: 0
Course Content:
- Positioning and projection terminology
- General and patient considerations
- Positioning considerations
- Image analysis standards
- Image production factors and corrective actions
Learning Outcomes:
- Discuss radiographic technique using anatomic, positioning, and projection terminology. (1,3,4,5)
- Describe patient communication techniques and planning. (2,3)
- Discuss patient positioning techniques for common exams. (3)
- Assess anatomy as well as radiographic image appearance, characteristics of structures visualized, and if the radiograph is acceptable or requires corrective action. (1,4,5)
- Explain image production factors and corrective action for routine positions. (5)
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