Introduction to Radiology

Catalog description

Introduces medical imaging and radiologic science and health care professions with an emphasis on ethics and professionalism. Fundamental principles of radiation protection, equipment operation, and exposure are discussed. Medical imaging services are described with instruction regarding patient care including patient interactions and preparation. Topics include: introduction to medical imaging and radiologic sciences and health care, ethics and law in medical imaging and radiologic sciences, patient care and services in the medical imaging and radiologic sciences, basic principles of radiation protection and exposure, equipment introduction, and patient interactions/preparation.