RDGY20070 Practice of Radiography 3

Academic Year 2022/2023

This module develops the students knowledge base across a number of areas in radiography. The module focuses on fluoroscopy of the GI system, projection and fluoroscopic imaging of the urinary systems and the contrast media used during these procedures. Students will be introduced to fluoroscopy in theatre focusing on orthopaedic procedures. The module also develops the students knowledge base in DXA and mammography. The roles and responsibilities of the radiographer will be discussed and evidence based, safe legal practice will be emphasised in relation to the above areas.

Lecture sessions will guide the student through the relevant theory appertaining to the above topics. This knowledge base will then be consolidated by online material, image viewing self directed learning linked to computer aided labs to consolidate this knowledge. There is a clinical placement associated with this module which students are expected to complete.

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Curricular information is subject to change

Learning Outcomes:

Indicative Learning Objectives

1. Professional Knowledge and Skills
a) To understand and describe hospital procedures and imaging techniques for a range of fluoroscopic radiology examinations relating to the GI, urinary and orthopaedic procedures.
b) To become familiar with the pharmacological and physiological principles of preparations administered in diagnostic imaging for a range of examinations
c) Students will be expected to understand DXA positioning and scanning techniques and understand image analysis and results
d) Students will be expected to have a basic knowledge of the standard projections used in mammography, and an awareness of the additional views, and when the are used. They will be expected to understand the differences between symptomatic and asymptomatic presentations and will be expected to understand the specific needs of patients attending for mammography.

Students will be expected to understand and describe patient preparation, procedural techniques, appropriate contrast media use, equipment, radiation safety, working as a team, patient care considerations and image appraisal for procedures covered in the module. They should also be able to discuss the role of the radiographer for these imaging procedures.

3. Personal Professional Development - To explore how radiographers work as effective and responsible members of the health care team in relation to imaging patients. Students will discuss how to provide an appropriate and professional level of care to all patients in the imaging department.

Student Effort Hours: 
Student Effort Type Hours
Lectures

28
Tutorial

4
Autonomous Student Learning

70
Placement/Work Experience

24
Total

126
Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
The content will be delivered by a combination of lectures, image review tutorials and self-directed and computer assisted learning. 
Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Not applicable to this module.
 
Assessment Strategy  
Description Timing Open Book Exam Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade
Examination: Long answer style questions on all module content 1 hour End of Trimester Exam No Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% No

50
Examination: Multiple choice and multiple select quiz based on all module content End of trimester MCQ No Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% No

25
Assignment: Assignment based on content covered in the module to date Throughout the Trimester n/a Graded No

25

Carry forward of passed components
No
 
Resit In Terminal Exam
Spring Yes - 1 Hour
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 
Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Group/class feedback, post-assessment

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

General feedback on assignments will be posted on BrightSpace once all assignments have been graded. Students are welcome to request specific individual feedback on any assessment via email to the MC, stating what specific feedback they would like.

Name Role
Ms Philomena Donohoe Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Ms Jennifer Grehan Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Ms Cliodhna Murphy Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Mr Jaka Potocnik Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Mrs Geraldine Redmond Lecturer / Co-Lecturer