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RAD 102 - Radiology Patient Care Procedures


Class: 2 Credits: 2
This course provides a study of the procedures and techniques used in the care of the diagnostic imaging patient.

Course Topics:

  • Professionalism
  • Ethics and Morals
  • Diversity
  • Safety and transferring of patients
  • Vital signs
  • Patient history
  • Medical emergencies
  • Aseptic technique
  • Contrast media
  • Fractures

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn Web site
Required Materials:

  • Pencil for all tests

Grading System:
An overall grade of C or higher is required to continue in the Radiologic Technology Program.

A 90 - 100
B 80 - 89
C 70 - 79
D 60 - 69
F 0 - 59


Student Learning Outcomes:

  1. Demonstrate appropriate patient interaction with emphasis on professionalism, moral and ethics.
  2. Identify and describe the correct technique for evaluating and meeting the physical needs of the patient.
  3. Demonstrate proper methods for safety, transfer, and positioning of a patient.
  4. Analyze and choose the concept appropriate to provide the medical action needed during an acute situation.
  5. Identify means of infection control through aseptic and non-aseptic techniques.
  6. List contrast media used in radiographic studies.
  7. List drugs used during medical emergencies for allergic reactions.

For SCC Online Courses:
If the course you are taking is online, please review the SCC Online Policies that include:

  • Required materials for all online courses
  • Mandatory Attendance Requirement
  • Proctored Exams

Standard SCC Course Policies:
Please review the Standard SCC Course Polices on the following topics:

  • Academic Integrity
  • Academic Misconduct
  • Add/Drop period
  • Appeals Process
  • Class Attendance
  • Classroom Behavior (traditional and online)
  • Classroom Conduct/Expectations
  • Lab Procedures (general SCC policy regarding this)
  • Online Confidentiality
  • Services For Students with Disabilities
  • Withdrawal Policy



Official Course Syllabus
2021-2022