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May 09, 2025
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Preliminary 2025-2026 Yavapai College Catalog
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RAD 142 - Radiographic Positioning Lab II
Description: Fundamentals of radiographic positioning of the vertebral column, cranium, and bony thorax. Emphasis on contrast studies of urinary and digestive systems, and imaging during trauma and surgery. Includes procedural considerations for arthrography, myelography, venography, and age-specific imaging.
Credits: 2
Lecture: 0
Lab: 6
Course Content:
- Terminology for positioning and projection
- Procedural and general considerations
- Positioning considerations
- Image analysis standards
- Image production factors and corrective action
Learning Outcomes:
- Use radiographic technique by verbalizing anatomic, positioning, and projection terminology. (1,3,4,5)
- Apply patient communication techniques and planning. (2,3)
- Apply patient positioning techniques for common exams. (3)
- Perform image analysis evaluating the anatomy, the radiographic image appearance, characteristics of structures visualized, and if the radiograph is acceptable or requires corrective action. (1,4,5)
- Employ image production factors and corrective action for routine positions. (5)
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