Patient in plain imaging examinationsLaajuus (10 ECTS)

Objective

Student
- is able to explain and report the basic principles of plain imaging examinations
- is able to perform plain x-ray examinations of thorax and bones
-masters the evaluation process of x-rays taking into account factors associated to image quality, dose optimization and data protection
- is familiar with the basic principles of functioning of plain imaging, panoramic imaging and bone density measurement devices

Content

Basic principles and procedure of performing imaging examinations
Plain imaging, panoramic imaging and bone density measurement devices
Quality of digital image and dose optimization
Technical quality control
Clinical practice and simulation of imaging examinations in own institute (7 ECTS)

Qualifications

Prerequisites:
Basics of radiographer’s professionalism
Anatomy, physiology and patophysiology
Safety culture in health care

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

See a separate framework for evaluation.
Evaluating competences evaluation criteria novice/beginner, competent/intermediate level and expert are used

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Approved - fail. See evaluation guide enclosed.