Basics of the radiographer’s professionLaajuus (10 cr)

Objective

The student
recognises the history and developments of the radiographer’s profession
is familiar with the various work environments and job opportunities of the radiographer
is familiar with the dimensions of patient safety in the world of work and in the radiographer’s profession
is familiar with the dimensions of patient safety in the world of work and in the radiographer’s profession
knows the basics of working ergonomically and is able to apply this knowledge in clinic
knows the usual safety precautions in aseptic techniques and is able to apply this knowledge in the
knows the ethical foundation and the code of conduct in the radiographer’s work
recognises the process of their personal professional development and is able to describe aims related to their studies and professional development
knows the basic principles of evidence-based radiography
knows the basics of sustainability in the radiographer’s work
knows how to work safely in radiography in clinic
knows how to act responsibly as a member of a student group
is familiar with the principles of safe operation of native imaging equipment and knows how to apply this knowledge
understands their responsibility as a user of radiography equipment
knows the key principles of radiography

Content

History and future of the radiographer’s work
Various work environments of the radiographer
Patient safety and safety culture in radiography and radiotherapy
Aseptic techniques and prevention of infections in the radiographer’s work
Occupational safety in the radiographer’s work
Working ergonomically and safe patient transfers in the radiographer’s work
Introduction to radiography
Safe use of an X-ray machine
Introduction to the ethics of radiography work
Cultural awareness and multiculturalism in the radiographer’s work
Introduction to sustainability in radiography
Orientation into the possibilities offered by artificial intelligence in radiography
Orientation into evidence-based radiography
Professional expertise of the radiography student

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

For evaluation criteria, see the attachment.
Assessment criteria for beginners are applied.