Radiography in X-raying, Basic Clinical TrainingLaajuus (5 cr)

Objectives

Students can, in basic clinical training
-use radiological equipment and auxiliary equipment independently and safely
-use the key concepts related to x-ray examinations and x-ray projections
-perform the most common thorax and skeletal x-ray examinations
-evaluate x-ray images according to criteria of a good x-ray picture
-use radiation shields appropriately in x-ray examinations and act according to radiation safety
-plan, implement and evaluate x-ray examination
-act aseptically
-act ergonomically
-work responsibly and perform given tasks carefully
-evaluate their own learning

Content

-Radiological equipment with auxiliary equipment
-X-ray examination and key concepts related to them
-The criteria of good x-ray picture
-Working radiation safely
-Aseptic working
-Ergonomic working

Prerequisites

-Imaging Technic and Basic Clinical Training
-Human Anatomy and Physiology (skeleton and joints)