Patient in radiological interventions and examinationsLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

The students
- acquire the skills for the commonest fluoroscopy examinations and procedures
- become familiar with patient preparation, observation during examination and
ensuring safety, including aftercare and guidance
- know aseptic methods and follow the principles of sterile working
- observe radiation safety (staff, patient, dose optimisation, radiation protection)
- know how to act and take responsibility in first aid and resuscitation situations
- understand circulatory anatomy and physiology
- know how to administer safe drug treatment in radiology interventions and examinations
- know how to take an ECG and knows the basics of interpreting the result

Content

Contents
Operation of fluoroscopy device
Fluoroscopy examinations and interventions
Angiography examinations and interventions
Radiology III
Anatomy III
Aseptic operation in radiological examinations and interventions
Radiation protection in fluoroscopy examinations and interventions
Sudden changes in the patient's vitals
Preparedness for emergency care and teamwork in resuscitation
Implementation, assessment and recording of safe intravenous drug treatment
Emergency resuscitation and patient monitoring equipment
ECG interpretation
Practical training at the UAS 2 ECTS

Qualifications

Prerequisite studies:
Nursing in clinical radiography
Safe usage of medical radiation
Patient in ultrasound and mammography examinations and interventions

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Assessment criteria
0–5
For evaluation criteria, see the attachment.
Assessment criteria for expert level are applied.