Patient in computer tomography and magnetic resonance imaging examinations (10 cr)

Objective

The students
* master the physical and technical basics of magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography (CT) and cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) and can apply their knowledge
* are able to work safely with MRI and CT scans with various patient groups and are familiar with the contrast agents used, and their safe use
* can explain the indications and contraindications of MRI and CT contrast agents
* can explain the uses of CT and MRI in diagnostics and image-guided procedures, and understand their importance in overall patient care
* understand multidisciplinary activities and their own responsibilities in patient care
* are able to work in a patient-oriented way with MRI, CT and CBCT scans
* are familiar with the anatomical structures of the head, neck and back, and understand their basic physiology
* are familiar with the key factors related to contrast media enhancement in computer tomography
* are familiar with the basics of image quality and radiation dose optimisation in CT and CBCT examinations
- are familiar with the basics of image quality evaluation and optimisation in MRI examinations

Content

MRI equipment and image formation
Computer tomography equipment and image formation
CBCT equipment and imaging
MRI and CT examinations and their applications
Technical execution of imaging, and quality optimisation
Safe operation in MR and CT examinations
Contrast agents used in MRI and CT examinations
Patient guidance in MRI, CT and CBCT examinations
Dose optimisation in CT examinations
MRI image quality, parameters affecting image quality and optimisation of parameters
Advanced anatomy II
Radiology II
Practical CBCT, CT and MRI training at the UAS 1.5 ECTS

Location and time

The teaching dates can be found in the timetable and in Moodle.

Materials

Will be given in Moodle
Westbrook ym. 2011. MRI in practice. Available as an e-book from the Metropolia Library.
STUK & TTL 2015. Henkilöstön hyvinvointia edistävät toimintatavat magneettikuvaustyössä.
Samei and Pelc (edit) 2020. Available as an e-book from the Metropolia Library.
ESUR Guidelines on contrast media 10.0 (iodinated contrast media and gadolinium)

Teaching methods

Lectures
Assignments
Laborations
Seminars
Exams

Exam schedules

The dates of the exams can be found in the timetable.
The MRI exam covers both safety and equipment.
The CT-Moodle exam.
A failed exam can be retaken in a retake exam (grade 0)

Completion alternatives

Literature given by lecturer
Laborations can't be done in alternative way
Seminar can´t be done in alternative way.

Student workload

27 h x 10 = 270 h of student resource

Further information

The student confirms his/her place in the course by being present at the beginning of the lesson or in any other way agreed with the teacher, for example by returning the first learning assignment. If the student is unable to attend the start of the course due to illness, he/she can also confirm his/her place by informing the teacher in advance.

Learning assignments must be returned by the deadline. The course will not be assessed if the assignments are returned after the deadline. In this case, the student must register for the next semester's course.

Compulsory attendance at CT-lectures. The absence will be compensated by an assignment determined by teacher.

It is not allowed to use or distribute any tasks, assignments or MATERIALS in any other way than in the student's own studies. Distributing ONLY with the teacher's personal permission.

Instructions on the use of artificial intelligence during the course are given separately. Students should familiarise themselves with Metropolia's AI guidelines and follow them in their study attainments.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

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

Assessment methods and criteria

Exam of CT /0-5
Exam of MR both physics and safety / 0-5
Assignments of anatomy / Acc-fail
Assignments of CT / Acc-fai
Article seminar of CT / Acc-fail
Seminar in CT and MRI /Acc-fail
Contrast media test /Acc-fail

Qualifications

Prerequisite studies:
Patient in plain imaging examinations 10 ECTS
Safe usage of medical radiation 5 ECTS
Nursing and drug treatment in clinical radiography: 10 ECTS