2021-2022 Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2021-2022 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

RDT 255 - Positioning and Clinical IV (4.5 Credits)


This course is a continuation of RDT 215 . It focuses on radiographic positioning of the skull, facial bones, mandible and sinuses. In addition, this course includes the study of special imaging procedures, including angiography, arthrography, myelography, cholangiography and hysterosalpingography. Modified imaging procedures for trauma and mobile radiography are examined. The analysis of diagnostic radiography images is also covered. The clinical practicum component of this course provides students with supervised experience in performing routine radiographic examinations. This course includes a critical analysis of the radiograph from technical, anatomical and pathological standards. The clinical competency program is continued in this course. Lecture Hours: 26. Laboratory Hours: 39. Clinical Hours: 312. Prerequisite(s): RDT 215  with a grade of “C” or better or permission of the department head. Course Fee: $80. Materials Fee: $20. Insurance Fee: $18. Usually offered in the fall.