Cumberland County College Radiography Program

RT 101 Introduction to Radiologic Science

Fall Semester 2010 Credits: 3

Instructors: Robert Champa 691-8600 (264) [email protected]

Barbara Peacock 691-8600 (265) [email protected]

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Students are oriented to the organization of hospitals and are introduced to the role of the radiographer within the organizational structure. The course includes an introduction to medical terminology, film processing, professional ethics, legal responsibilities and Radiography professionalism. This course provides basic concepts of Patient Care. Routine and emergency patient procedures and infection control will be described. The role of the radiographer in patient education will be identified. The role of human diversity in understanding patients and personnel is discussed.

CO-REQUISITES: RT 102, 103,104, BI 106

COURSE OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of the course, the student will: use medical terminology related to Radiology Departmental procedures, process radiographic images and understand the legal and ethical responsibilities of a Radiography professional. Upon completion, the student will be able to administer basic patient care.

CLASS MEETINGS: Monday 3:30 - 4:22 pm Wednesday 3:30 - 4:22 pm 9:30 – 10:22 am 10:30am - 12:22 pm (sec 1 Lab) 1:30 – 3:22 pm (sec 2 Lab) INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGIES: Lecture supplemented with audiovisuals, radiographs, discussions and assignments.

REQUIRED TEXTS:

Richard Carlton & Arlene Adler, Introduction to Radiologic Sciences and Patient Care, 4th Edition Saunders Elsevier, 2007.

Richard Carlton & Arlene Adler, Principles of Radiographic Imaging, An Art and a Science, 4th Edition Thomson/Delmar Learning, 2006.

Wallace, Jerry Ellen, Radiographic Exposure- Principles and Practice, F.A. Davis, 1995.

GRADING:

This course will be divided into two modules Module A Introduction to Radiography (40% of course grade) Module B Patient Care (60% or class grade)

Module A The final comprehensive exam will cover all material taught during the module.

Test questions may be fill in the blanks, multiple choice, matching, true/false, diagram identification and/or essay.

Test questions may be fill in the blanks, multiple choice, matching, true/false, diagram identification and/or essay.

Average of all tests & assignments = 60 % of final grade for this module Final exam = 40 % of final grade for this module

Class absences will be ducted from the course grade as follows: 0.5 point for each absence and 0.25 point for each lateness or early departure of 15 minutes or less.

Course Grades

92 - 100 = A 83 - 84 = B- 90 - 91 = A- 80 – 82 = C+ 88 - 89 = B+ 75 – 79 = C 85 - 87 = B CLASSROOM POLICIES:

Students are accountable for all reading and written assignments, computer assignments and experiments. Regular class attendance is required. Students absent for more than two (2) classes will be counseled. Lateness of more than 15 minutes will be recorded as an absence. Lateness of less than 15 minutes will be recorded as 3 lateness = 1 absence. In the event of an absence on a test date the make up test will be available in the Success Center until the date of the next scheduled class. If, in extenuating circumstances, the student is unable to complete the exam during that time frame, the student must have instructor approval for an extension. Make up exams are modified at the discretion of the instructor. There will be a 10% reduction of the grade for any make up exam. Only two (2) make up exam will be allowed per student.

To receive full credit for assignments and laboratory worksheets, the assignments and worksheets must be submitted on the date requested by the instructor.

Students having difficulty with the course content have the responsibility of communicating with the instructor.

It is expected that students will use the library, access the Internet and use computer assisted instruction programs in the computer lab to increase subject knowledge.

The instructor reserves the right to make changes to the outline to increase student learning outcomes.

Academic Integrity Plagiarism is cheating. Plagiarism is presenting in written work, in public speaking, and in oral reports the ideas or exact words of someone else without proper documentation.

Whether the act of plagiarism is deliberate or accidental [ignorance of the proper rules for handling material is no excuse], plagiarism is, indeed, a “criminal” offense. As such, a plagiarized paper or report automatically receives a grade of ZERO and the student may receive a grade of F for the semester at the discretion of the instructor.

Note If you are having difficulty with work in this class tutoring is available through the Success Center. If think that you might have a learning disability, contact Project Assist at 856.691.1800, x282 for information on assistance that can be provided to eligible students COURSE OUTLINE:

9/8 Introduction to RT 101 Handout

9/13 Introduction to the profession Chap 1, 2

9/15 Human Diversity Chap 10

9/20 Critical Thinking Chap 4

9/22 Basic Radiation Protection Chap 9

9/27 TEST 1

9/29, 10/4 Professional Ethics Chap 22

10/6 Medical Law Chap 24

10/11 Columbus Day No class

10/13 Medical Law Chap 24

10/18 TEST 2

10/20 Development Day No class

10/25, 10/27 Introduction to Medical Terminology

11/01 Respiratory System

11/03 Digestive System Urinary System

11/08 Skeletal System

11/10 TEST 3

11/15, 11/17 Image receptors Chap 20 Carlton Chap 12 Wallace

11/22, 11/24, 11/29 Image processing

12/01, 12/06 Artifacts Appendix B Carlton

12/08 TEST 4 12/13 Review

12/15 Final Exam

12/20 Review of Final Exam

Patient Care Module

Instructor: Barbara Peacock Days/ hours: Wednesday 9:30 – 10:25 lecture Wednesday 10:30 - 12:25 Lab 01 Wednesday 1:30 – 3:25 Lab 02

9/8 Patient Transfer techniques & Immobilization methods Chapters 13 & 14

9/15 Advanced Directives / Hand Washing Lab

9/22 Patient Interactions & History taking (Communication) Chapter 11 & 12 (Assignment – Pediatric & Geriatric Power Points)

9/29 TEST Oxygen Therapy, Chest tubes, catheters, and management considerations Chapter 15, pg. 201-218

10/6 Infection Control & Isolation / Gowning Lab Chapter 16

10/13 Medical & Surgical Asepsis Chapter 17 & 18

10/20 Development Day – no class

10/27 TEST Pharmacology / Drug Administration for Radiographers Chapter 20 (Assignment)

11/3 Vital Signs Chapter 15, pg. 193 - 201

11/10 Medical Emergencies Chapter 19 11/17 Venipuncture

11/24 TEST Lab - TBA

12/1 TBA

12/8 Computer Lab review (don’t forget to schedule room)

12/15 Final Exam