2022-2023 Academic Catalog 
    
    Apr 27, 2024  
2022-2023 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

RADI 136 - Radiologic Positioning, Procedures, and Pathology

4 CR
Students will learn radiographic imaging procedures of the cervical and thoracic spine, lumbar spine, sacrum, and coccyx, bony thorax, sternum and ribs, cranium, facial bones, and paranasal sinuses, biliary tract and upper gastrointestinal system, and lower gastrointestinal system. Also provided is an introduction to Postoperative cholangiography and Endoscopic retrograde cholangiographic pancreatography (ERCP). Focus on anatomical positioning with attention to various patient needs and abilities will be emphasized. The indications, contraindication, and safe administration of contrast media will be presented. Students will learn to critique images for diagnostic quality, as well as develop the ability to identify normal anatomical structures from common abnormal pathological processes. Students will participate in small group skill-building lab activities.  [32-64-96]

Additional Information: Formal admission to the Radiography program required.
Requisites: Take RADI 123  RADI 125