NUM-1520 Patient Care and Management

Credits 2
This course prepares the medical imaging student to provide safe, effective, and ethical patient care in the practice of radiologic technology. Using an interdisciplinary approach, students gain an understanding of the relationship between the medical imaging technologist and other healthcare professionals. A survey of medico-legal issues prepares the student to differentiate between the legal and ethical responsibilities of the medical imaging technologist. Additionally, students will learn and practice communication methods required to work with diverse patient populations. Lectures are complemented by skills-based lab sessions that prepare students to assess patients and respond appropriately to acute changes in patient status; safely transfer and transport patients; apply infection control practices; and safely use medications.

Formerly offered as RAD-1510. This course is also offered as RAD-1520. Students may only receive credit for one of these courses: NUM-1520, RAD-1510, or RAD-1520.

Prerequisite(s): BIO 2060

Course Outcomes

Describe the role of the medical imaging technologist in relationship to other healthcare professionals.
Differentiate between the legal and ethical responsibilities of the medical imaging technologist.
Compare/contrast different methods of communication used in the medical imaging profession.
Demonstrate safe techniques for patient moving and transferring, using principles of good body mechanics.
Apply proper infection control processes during the course of patient care.
Assess the patient in order to safely obtain diagnostic information.
Identify the role & responsibilities of the medical imaging technologist in acute situations. 
List steps in the safe administration of medication, including contrast agents and radiopharmceuticals.