Prerequisites for Module
None.
Corequisite Modules
None.
Precluded Modules
None.
Aims of Module
To enable the student to gain a comprehensive understanding of the requirements for competent skeletal and chest radiography.
Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
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Recognise and explain surface anatomy.
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Identify normal and variant anatomy of the chest and appendicular skeleton.
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Identify the radiographic appearances of relevant pathology.
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Explain the requirements for correct radiographic procedure.
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Indicative Module Content
Introduction to the x-ray room and familiarisation with the equipment required to carry out general extremity and chest radiography. Radiographic procedures and identification of radiographic anatomy for the extremities and chest. Common trauma and pathologies of these areas.
Indicative Student Workload
Contact Hours
| Full Time | Lectures
| 18 | Tutorials
| 9 | Practical
| 18 | Directed practice
| 5 |
Directed Study
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| 50 |
Private Study
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| 50 |
| Mode of Delivery
Keynote lectures, tutorials, practical workshops.
Assessment Plan
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Learning Outcomes Assessed
| | Component 1 | 2,3,4
| | Component 2 | 1
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Major component computer based examination assesses LOs 2, 3 and 4.
Minor component surface anatomy practical examination (pass/fail) assesses LO1.
Indicative Bibliography
| 1. | BALLINGER, P.W., 1999. Merrill's Atlas of radiographic positions and radiological procedures. 9th ed. St Louis: Mosby
| | 2. | SUTHERLAND, R., 2003. Pocketbook of radiographic positioning. Churchill Livingstone.
| | 3. | McRAE, R. & ESSER, M., 2002. Practical fracture treatment. 4th ed. Churchill Livingstone.
| | 4. | RABY, N., BERMAN, L., DE LACEY, G., 1995. Accident & emergency radiography: a survival guide. London: W B Saunders.
| | 5. | CORRE, J., CAROLL, M., BROWN, J., DELANY, D., 2002. Chest x-ray made easy. 2nd ed. Churchill Livingstone.
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