Applied Radiographic Knowledge (ARK) 3
| Module title | Applied Radiographic Knowledge (ARK) 3 |
|---|---|
| Module code | RAD3001DA |
| Academic year | 2022/3 |
| Credits | 30 |
| Module staff | Dr Clare Thorn (Convenor) Mrs Liliana Rodrigues (Lecturer) |
| Duration: Term | 1 | 2 | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration: Weeks | Please see note below |
| Number students taking module (anticipated) | 36 |
|---|
Module description
Please note that Degree Apprenticeship programmes have variable start dates and modules are taught across the full year.
The aim of this module is to consolidate your prior learning and to prepare you for practice. You will deepen your understanding of the digital image processes that underpin all medical imaging modalities. You will apply your knowledge base, relating this to clinical practice, to describe safe practice, including legislative frameworks, for the administration of contrast agents and medicines used in imaging. You will build upon your prior knowledge of pathologies as shown on medical imaging to develop the fundamental skills that underpin image comment writing as required for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
The module commences with an attendance block at the University of Exeter with an emphasis on face-to-face learning. The module then runs over a 12 month period with two further block attendances across the year for further face-to-face learning. In the non-block weeks there will be protected ‘off the job’ learning (one day (7.5 hours) per week) supported by e-learning materials provided by the academic team. The full calendar of activities and assessment will be made available via the handbook. Annual leave may be booked in accordance with the requirements laid out in the handbook.
Module aims - intentions of the module
The module builds on your prior scientific understanding and aims to prepare you for practice.
During this module you will deepen your understanding of digital imaging, including considerations around safe use (including confidentiality considerations and security) as well as understanding system specifications and their implications for practice. Having previously learned about the role and mechanism of contrast media and medicines used in imaging, you will now learn about the legislative framework and screening processes that ensure their safe use in practice. You will build upon your knowledge of normal anatomy, anatomical variants and pathology as seen on medical images by developing skills in image interpretation and image comment writing (skeletal radiographs).
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
ILO: Module-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 1. Demonstrate awareness of current developments and trends in the science of medical imaging, and how these might impact upon practice
- 2. Demonstrate knowledge of digital imaging systems specifications, security and applications
- 3. Demonstrate understanding of the implications of image perception in relation to image evaluation and interpretation in medical imaging.
- 4. Identify and demonstrate knowledge of abnormalities of the skeletal system and identify basic abnormalities of the appendicular and axial systems
- 5. Identify and demonstrate knowledge of abnormalities of the skeletal system (preliminary clinical evaluation) and identify basic abnormalities of the chest and abdomen and trauma contrast examinations, as seen on projection radiography
- 6. Apply to practice knowledge of the legislative framework and local implementation to ensure the safe use of contrast media, radiopharmaceuticals and medicines used in imaging
ILO: Discipline-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 7. Demonstrate reasoning and mathematical skills to support Level 6 work
- 8. Use appropriate sources of information to develop own knowledge
ILO: Personal and key skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 9. Manage time and prioritise workloads
- 10. Demonstrate problem solving skills
Syllabus plan
Whilst the module’s precise content may vary from year to year, an example of an overall structure is as follows:
TRENDS AND DEVELOPMENTS IN MEDICAL IMAGING
Potential impact on practice (service level and individual) of current developments and trends
Recognition of need to change practice due to new developments, technologies, and service need
DIGITAL IMAGING
Equipment specifications and impact upon digital imaging system performance
Digital imaging manipulation tools (commonly used post-processing applications) and image co-registration
Telemedicine
Developments in digital imaging e.g. computerised pattern recognition
IMAGE PERCEPTION
Spatial and grey scale resolution, colour scales, colour display
Implications of image perception in relation to image evaluation and interpretation in medical imaging
Practical considerations of imaging viewing (ambient light, viewing distance, monitor display, time, distractions etc)
Detection of pathology, sensitivity, specificity, predictive value, discrimination index, ROC curves
IMAGE INTERPRETATION
Revision
Normal radiographic anatomy including developmental anatomy and common anatomical variants - appendicular skeleton
Normal radiographic anatomy - axial skeleton, chest and abdomen
Preliminary Clinical Evaluation / Image Evaluation – as seen on projection radiography
Identification of common abnormalities of the appendicular skeleton
Identification of common abnormalities of the axial skeleton as seen
Identification of basic abnormalities of the chest and abdomen as seen
Identification of basic abnormalities in limited contrast examinations in line with those undertaken in an emergency setting
Use of correct terminology to describe image findings
Practical exercises in image interpretation
CONTRAST MEDIA, RADIOPHARMACEUTICALS AND MEDICINES USED IN IMAGING
Legislative framework for radiographers administering contrast media, radiopharmaceuticals and medicines used in imaging
Measures in place to ensure safe use of contrast media, radiopharmaceuticals and medicines used in imaging
Typical screening checks to identify risk factors for adverse reactions, associated actions
Anaphylaxis and other adverse events – identifying signs, recognition and treatment
DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC
Advanced mathematical skills
Statistical concepts, distributions, variances, uncertainty
Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | Guided independent study | Placement / study abroad |
|---|---|---|
| 58 | 29 | 0 |
Details of learning activities and teaching methods
| Category | Hours of study time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled learning and teaching activities | 9 | 9 x 1 hour lectures |
| Scheduled learning and teaching activities | 9 | 3 x 3 hour practical sessions in lab |
| Scheduled learning and teaching activities | 40 | 40 x 1 hour e-learning resources |
| Guided independent study | 29 | Directed reading, private study and revision |
| This module is delivered as part of an integrated degree apprenticeship programme. The total required study hours for the programme have been designed in accordance with the ESFA regulations. |
Formative assessment
| Form of assessment | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Progress Tests | 3 x 2 hours | 1-10 | Oral |
Summative assessment (% of credit)
| Coursework | Written exams | Practical exams |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | 100 | 0 |
Details of summative assessment
| Form of assessment | % of credit | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Examination (MCQ) | 100 | 2 hours (120 questions) | 1-10 | Written |
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Details of re-assessment (where required by referral or deferral)
| Original form of assessment | Form of re-assessment | ILOs re-assessed | Timescale for re-assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Examination (MCQ) | Examination (MCQ) | 1-10 | 6 weeks after mark release |
Re-assessment notes
This programme runs to a non-standard timetable; assessment weeks and Assessment, Progression & Awarding Committees (APACs) for both initial and deferred assessments are held as per the programme’s published timetable.
* The aim of progress-testing is deep learning and long-term retention of material. Each progress test assessment therefore includes questions from all of the Applied Radiographic Knowledge modules: RAD1001DA, RAD2001DA and RAD3001DA. Each assessment contains an equal number of questions from each module and the pass mark is scaled to reflect the proportion of the curriculum taught at the stage of assessment. Please refer to the 'Assessment’ section on the ‘Diagnostic Radiographer - Programme Information’ ELE page for further details about scaling.
Indicative learning resources - Basic reading
- Principles and Applications of Radiological Physics, Graham D.T., Cloke P. and Vosper M. (2011), (6th edition), Churchill Livingstone, ISBNA 978-0-702-04309-3 (UL: 610.28 GRA) electronic version also available
- Comprehensive Radiographic Pathology, Eisenberg R.L. and Johnson N.M. (2012), (5th edition), Mosby, ISBNA 978-03230-7847-4 (UL:616.0757 EIS) electronic version also available
- Radiographic Imaging Concepts and Principles, Carlton R.R. and Adler A.M. (2013), (5th edition), Delmar, ISBNA 9-781-11131-081-3 (UL: 616.07572 CAR) electronic version also available
Indicative learning resources - Other resources
- Textbook of Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy, Bontrager K.L. (2010), (7th edition), Mosby, ISBNA 0-323-05410-2 (UL:616.0757 BON/X) electronic version also available.
- Radiographic Pathology for Technologists, Kowalczyk N. and Mace J.D. (2009), (5th edition), Mosby, ISBNA 0-323-04887-0 (UL: 616.0757 KOW) electronic version also available
- Accident and Emergency Radiology - A Survival Guide, Raby N. (2009), Saunders Ltd, ISBNA 0-702-02667-0 (UL: 616.0757 RAB) electronic version also available
- Preliminary Clinical Evaluation and Clinical Reporting by Radiographers: Policy and Practice Guidance, College of Radiographers (2013), Society and College of Radiographers, https://www.sor.org/
- Digital Image Processing, Gonzalez R.C. and Woods R.E. (2018), (4th edition), Pearson Education, ISBNA 0-13-094650-8 (UL: 001.534 GON)
| Credit value | 30 |
|---|---|
| Module ECTS | 15 |
| Module pre-requisites | RAD2001DA, RAD2003DA, RAD2004DA |
| Module co-requisites | RAD3003DA, RAD3004DA |
| NQF level (module) | 6 |
| Available as distance learning? | No |
| Origin date | 06/06/2019 |
| Last revision date | 04/03/2022 |
