DI 220 Radiographic Pathology
An overview of common pathological conditions encountered in the clinical setting. Pathology is categorized by body systems. The students will learn the pathology as they relate to: signs and symptoms, etiology, imaging diagnosis and prognosis and treatment. Content introduces concepts related to disease and etiological considerations with emphasis on radiographic appearance of disease and impact on exposure factor selection. Cross-sectional anatomy is introduced. Critical thinking is emphasized.
Offered
Offered Spring only
Notes
Career Technical Education (CTE) Course
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Demonstrate competency in the ARRT required Radiological Procedures Competencies. Provide patient care and comfort with empathy and cultural competence. Position patients accurately and provide quality images. Demonstrate effective communication with patients, family members, and colleagues using verbal, written, and information technology tools devices. Define basic terms related to pathology. Describe the basic manifestations of pathological conditions and their relevance to radiologic procedures. Discuss the classifications of trauma. Describe imaging procedures used in diagnosing disease. List causes of tissue disruption. Describe the healing process. Identify complications connected with the repair and replacement of tissue. Describe the various systemic classifications of disease in term of etiology, types, common sites, complications and prognosis. Describe the radiographic appearance of diseases. Identify imaging procedures and interventional techniques appropriate for diseases common to each body systems. Identify diseases caused by or connected to genetic factors.