RAD 185 - Radiographic Image Analysis

Foundations for the analysis of radiographic images. Encompasses the significance of maintaining optimal imaging standards, employing problem-solving techniques for image assessment, and understanding the factors that influence image quality.

Prerequisites: RAD 135 , RAD 141 , RAD 141L , RAD 155 , and RAD 160A .

Corequisite: RAD 160B 

Credits: 2
Lecture: 2
Lab: 0

Course Content:

1. Image appearance standards
2. Imaging standards
3. Technical factors
4. Procedural factors
5. Clinical factors
6. Artifacts
7. Equipment malfunctions
8. Corrective action

1. List image appearance standards. (1)
2. Discuss the need for imaging standards. (2)
3. Explain technical, procedural, and clinical factors affecting image appearance. (3-5)
4. Identify patient-related and equipment-related artifacts. (6,7)
5. Describe corrective actions that can be taken to improve image appearance. (8)