RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY IV

PREREQUISITE: HSCU2005 AND HSCU2006, GRADE OF C OR BETTER COURSE DESCRIPTION: HSCU 2007 consists of two segments – Radiation Biology and Protection, and Patient Care. The Radiation Biology section of this course emphasizes the biological hazards of radiation. The Radiation Protection segment provides in-depth information on the concepts of radiation detection and measurement, patient and radiographer protection, and state and federal agencies and regulations. Patient Care focuses on pharmacology as it relates to contrast administration, complications, and reactions. Venipuncture is also included in the Patient Care portion of this course and covers venous anatomy and standard injection technique. Students will initially perform venipuncture on a mannequin and systematically progress to certification in venipuncture by successful injections of actual patients under the direct supervision of the radiology nurse. REQUIREMENTS: Class attendance and participation is essential. Students who miss class are responsible for all covered material. Students must earn a passing grade (75%) in each segment of the radiographic didactic courses. Failure to do so will result in a failing grade for the entire course as stated in the Student Handbook and immediate dismissal from the program. Plagiarizing or cheating on any assignment, quiz, or test will not be tolerated. In the event this behavior is identified the resulting grade will be “zero”.