Computed TomographyLaajuus (3 cr)

Objectives

-are able to apply their knowledge of topographic anatomy in CT examinations
-are able to name anatomic structures in a CT image
-know the most common CT examinations carried out to adults or children
-know the principles of safe working in CT examinations
-know how to guide patients in CT examinations
-know the contrast media and intensifiers used in CT and their use, influence mechanism as well as their side effects
-discern the findings discovered with CT
-know how to act in cases of emergency

Content

-Computed Tomography and CBCT devices with auxiliary equipment
-Examination process in CT examinations
-Factors affecting to image composition and image quality
-Safety in CT examinations
-Use of contrast media
-Optimizing the dose of radiation in CT examination
-Children in CT examination
-Radiology

Prerequisites

-Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II
-Topographic Anatomy
-X-ray Examinations, Basic Clinical Training