Dec 22, 2024  
2023-2024 SCC Catalog 
    
2023-2024 SCC Catalog Archived

RAD 102 - Radiology Patient Care Procedures


Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0 Clinical Hours: 0 Credits: 2

Description: 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 website
Required Materials:
  • Pencil for all tests

Grading System:
An overall grade of C or higher is required for transferability and 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 Course Policies  that include:

  • Identity Verification
  • Required materials for all online courses
  • Mandatory Attendance Requirement
  • Orientation and Support
  • Proctored Exams

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

  • Academic Integrity
  • Add/Drop period
  • Attendance
  • Classroom Conduct
  • Equal Access
  • IT Access
  • Online Behavior
  • Online Confidentiality
  • Services For Students with Disabilities
  • Student Concerns
  • Student Help Services
  • Withdrawals


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2023-2024