RAD 2002 - Clinical Education III

2 Credits

This course is a continuation of RAD 1512 Clinical Education II and is designed to further the student’s proficiency in the clinical setting. Students will continue to refine patient care interactions involving physical and emotional needs and radiation protection principles while maintaining ethical conduct.

Prerequisite: RAD 1512 Clinical Education II, RAD 1704 Radiographic Procedures II, RAD 1903 Radiation Protection & Biology, RAD 2303 Radiation Physics

Corequisite: RAD 1803 Radiographic Procedures III; RAD 2911 Image Quality and Acquisition I

Course Level Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

Demonstrate empathetic and compassionate care to diverse populations. (PLO 2)
Assist and perform radiologic examinations across various clinical education settings while working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary healthcare team, patients, and families. (PLO 8)
Employ effective radiation protection methods for personnel, patients, and others. (PLO 5)
Demonstrate leadership and professionalism within the legal and ethical standards of a Radiologic Technologist. (PLO 8, 9)
Compare & contrast the various types of radiation exposure to patients based on the type of x-ray equipment utilized. (PLO 5)