Prerequisites for Module
Successful completion of all Level 2 modules for BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography will normally be required.
Corequisite Modules
None.
Precluded Modules
None.
Aims of Module
To provide the student with the ability to continue to build upon clinical knowledge and skills developed during the first two years of the course and apply them to complex investigations and demanding clinical environments.
Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
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Demonstrate highly effective communication skills in a range of challenging clinical environments and across a range of mutiprofessional areas.
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Apply safe and effective practices in a range of challenging clinical environments and patient care scenarios.
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Demonstrate professional behaviours, conduct and attitudes in a range of challenging clinical environments and across a range of mutiprofessional areas.
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Practice a comprehensive range of radiographic procedures under clinical supervision.
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Reflect on and evaluate new learning from clinical practice.
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Indicative Module Content
This practice-based module will include experiential learning involving supervised practice, professional discussion and reflective activities which involve linking theory with practice. This will include orientation to the department and observation of the clinical practices on a day by day basis.
| The student will also have opportunities to self-assess radiographic skills and to plan and organise involvement in the department. Attendance at appropriate clinical meetings will be encouraged. The student will be given the opportunity to reflect on and discuss his/her progress and to explore personal strengths and to implement strategies to overcome weaknesses.
A multiprofessional dimension to the module allows the student the opportunity to select and experience a period of time working alongside a professional from another discipline.
Indicative Student Workload
Contact Hours
| Full Time | Placement - see also mode of delivery.
| 300 |
Mode of Delivery
This is a practice based module with supportive input from academic staff. This module consists of placement elements. Each student will undertake 35 hours per week in the nominated clinical imaging department for a period of 8 weeks, this will equate to 280 contact hours.
Assessment Plan
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Learning Outcomes Assessed
| | Component 1 | 1,2,3
| | Component 2 | 4
| | Component 3 | 5
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Learning outcomes 1, 2 and 3 are assessed by continous clinical assessment.
Learning outcome 5 is assessed by case presentation.
Learning outcome 4 is assessed by practical assessment. Students are required to have completed five portfolio competencies by the end of this module.
Indicative Bibliography
| 1. | CARVER,E and CARVER, B. 2005. Medical Imaging. London : Elsevier.
| | 2. | JONES,R and JENKINS, F. 2006. Developing the Allied Health Professional. Oxford: Radcliffe.
| | 3. | JONES,R and JENKINS, F. 2006. Managing and Leading in the Allied Health Professions. Oxford: Radcliffe.
| | 4. | Professional Publications and Journals.
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