Computed Tomography and MRI ExaminationsLaajuus (4 cr)
Course unit code: 7R00BI30
General information
- Credits
- 4 cr
Objectives
-are able to apply their knowledge of topographic anatomy in CT- and MRI examinations
-are able to name anatomic structures in a CT- or MRI picture
-know the most common CT and MRI examinations carried out to adults or children
-know the principles of safe working in CT or MRI examinations
-know how to guide patients in CT or MRI examinations
-know the contrast media and intensifiers used in CT or MRI and their use, influence mechanism as well as their side effects
-discern the findings discovered with CT or MRI
-know how to act in cases of emergency
Content
-Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance devices with auxiliary equipment
-Examination process in CT and MRI examinations
-Factors affecting to picture composition and picture quality
-Safety in CT and MRI examinations
-Use of contrast media
-Optimizing the dose of radiation in CT examination
-Children in CT and MRI examination
-Radiology
Prerequisites
-Human Anatomy and Physiology
-Topographic Anatomy
-X-ray and ultrasound examinations
-Radiation Protection