RADIOGRAPHIC ANATOMY AND POSITIONING, A 3.5 unit

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Positioning nomenclature, topographic anatomy emphasizing anatomical landmarks to locate organs within each body region including upper and lower extremities. Positioning by use of positioning phantoms in x-ray laboratory setting including the skeletal, thoracic and abdominal cavities. Introduction of mobile radiography, digital radiography, and fluoroscopy. Positioning of pediatric, geriatric and trauma patients. Total of 45 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.