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MRTY2106: Radiographic Evaluation 2

Semester 2, 2021 [Normal day] - Remote

This unit of study builds upon knowledge of imaging technology, image quality and radiographic anatomy. Students will be expected to evaluate general radiographic images for quality and identify anatomical structures, injuries and diseases of the human body in planar images, including significant medical findings requiring urgent information giving. This unit of study combines an evidence based approach using research articles applied to case based learning of the axial skeleton and trunk areas

Unit details and rules

Academic unit Clinical Imaging
Credit points 6
Prerequisites
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None
Corequisites
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MRTY2105
Prohibitions
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None
Assumed knowledge
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MRTY1037 and MRTY1038

Available to study abroad and exchange students

No

Teaching staff

Coordinator Peter O'Reilly, peter.oreilly@sydney.edu.au
Type Description Weight Due Length
Small continuous assessment MCQ Exam
15 MCQ & hot spot
10% Week 05
Due date: 10 Sep 2021 at 18:00

Closing date: 10 Sep 2021
30 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Small continuous assessment MCQ Exam
15 MCQ & Hot Spot
10% Week 09
Due date: 15 Oct 2021 at 18:00

Closing date: 15 Oct 2021
30 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
In-semester test (Record+) Type B in-semester exam MCQ In Semester Test
Multiple Choice Questions
30% Week 10
Due date: 21 Oct 2021 at 09:00
1 hour
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Final exam (Take-home short release) Type D final exam End of semester exam
Short/long answers
50% Week 12
Due date: 04 Nov 2021 at 13:00
1.5 hours
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Type B in-semester exam = Type B in-semester exam ?
Type D final exam = Type D final exam ?

Assessment summary

Small contnuous assessments

  • Online assesments using hotspot and MCQ responses
  • Test #1 will have 15 images and assess lecture and tutorial material week 1-4 inclusive
  • Test #2 will have 15 images and assess lecture and tutorial material week 5-8 inclusive

Skill based assessment

  • Practical examination of axial skeleton image interpretation and evaluation
  • Part of OSCE for MRTY2104, 2105 and 2106

End of semester exam

  • Assess lecture and tutorial, emphasis more on lecture, weeks 1-9
  • Online assessment 90 minutes duration
  • Short and long answers

Detailed information for each assessment can be located on Canvas.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name

Mark range

Description

High distinction

85 - 100

 

Distinction

75 - 84

 

Credit

65 - 74

 

Pass

50 - 64

 

Fail

0 - 49

When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

  • Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
  • After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

This unit has an exception to the standard University policy or supplementary information has been provided by the unit coordinator. This information is displayed below:

Not applicable

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and automated writing tools

You may only use generative AI and automated writing tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator. If you do use these tools, you must acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section. The assessment instructions or unit outline will give guidance of the types of tools that are permitted and how the tools should be used.

Your final submitted work must be your own, original work. You must acknowledge any use of generative AI tools that have been used in the assessment, and any material that forms part of your submission must be appropriately referenced. For guidance on how to acknowledge the use of AI, please refer to the AI in Education Canvas site.

The unapproved use of these tools or unacknowledged use will be considered a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy and penalties may apply.

Studiosity is permitted unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission as detailed on the Learning Hub’s Canvas page.

Outside assessment tasks, generative AI tools may be used to support your learning. The AI in Education Canvas site contains a number of productive ways that students are using AI to improve their learning.

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes
Week 01 Hip and pelvis Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO5 LO6 LO8
Hip and Pelvis Practical (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO5 LO6 LO8
Week 02 Lumbar spine Practical (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO5 LO6 LO8
Lumbar spine Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO5 LO6 LO8
Week 03 Thoracic spine Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO5 LO6 LO8
Thoracic spine Practical (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO5 LO6 LO8
Week 04 Cervical spine Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO5 LO6 LO8
Cervical spine Practical (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO5 LO6 LO8
Week 05 Normal variants Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO7 LO8
Normal Variants Practical (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO7 LO8
Week 06 Facial bones Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Facial bones Practical (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Week 07 Mandible Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Mandible Practical (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Week 08 1. OPG; 2. Cephalometric studies; 3. Cone beam dental CT Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
OPG Practical (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Week 09 Abdomen Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Abdomen Practical (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Week 10 Exam revision Lecture (1 hr)  

Attendance and class requirements

Attendance: 

The attendance requirement for lectures and practicals/tutorials are 80% and 100% respectively. Failure to attend practical/tutorial classes may jeopardise attendance at the MRTY2108 placement block.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

All readings for this unit can be accessed on the Library eReserve link available in the Canvas site for this unit.

  • Bontrager, KL and Lampignano, JP. Radiographic positioning and related anatomy. (2010) 7th Ed. Available, Health Sciences, 616.07572 80
  • McQuillen-Martensen, K. Radiographic Image Analysis. (2006) 3rd Ed. Available, Health Sciences, 616.07572 87
  • Carver, E and Carver, B. Medical imaging: techniques, reflection and evaluation. (2012) 2nd ed. Available, Health Sciences, 616.0754 184
  • Gunn C. Bones and Joints. A guide for students. (2012) 6th ed.

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. demonstrate a systematic approach to image interpretation including an ability to undertake a review of image quality
  • LO2. evaluate radiographs of the axial skeleton, skull, face, pelvis and abdomen for image quality including noise, contrast and appropriate technique
  • LO3. identify and discuss a range of anatomical structures, injuries and diseases in planar images of the regions above, including both plain radiographs and cross sectional imaging
  • LO4. identify normal variants on plain radiographs and cross sectional imaging of the above regions.
  • LO5. demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between image reporting to immediate patient management, including where significant medical findings are found on the examination
  • LO6. apply critical and reflective practice to clinical scenarios including appropriate inquiry to image evaluation and interpretation
  • LO7. evaluate current research and best practice to image interpretation including a demonstrated knowledge of comparative imaging techniques
  • LO8. demonstrate capability in discussing medical images with patients, consumers and professional staff in relation to the role performed by radiographers.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1 Depth of disciplinary expertise

Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.

GQ2 Critical thinking and problem solving

Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.

GQ3 Oral and written communication

Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.

GQ4 Information and digital literacy

Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.

GQ5 Inventiveness

Generating novel ideas and solutions.

GQ6 Cultural competence

Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.

GQ7 Interdisciplinary effectiveness

Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.

GQ8 Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity

An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.

GQ9 Influence

Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes Graduate qualities
GQ1 GQ2 GQ3 GQ4 GQ5 GQ6 GQ7 GQ8 GQ9

Alignment with Competency standards

Outcomes Competency standards
LO1
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
1.1. Apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology to practice.
1.1.a. Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the human body to practice.
1.1.b. Apply knowledge of the scientific explanations underpinning disease and injuries affecting the human body to enable delivery of safe, high-quality examinations/treatment.
1.1.c. Identify anatomical structures and physiological processes, injuries and diseases of the human body in medical images.
1.3. Understand and apply the different methods of imaging and treatment.
1.4.b. Determine the appropriate imaging and/or treatment protocols and priorities, which consider the information collected during the interaction with the patient/client and knowledge of imaging and/or treatment options.
1.5.e. Identify contraindications and limitations of medical radiation services, determine appropriate adjustments to procedures.
LO2
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
1.1. Apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology to practice.
1.1.a. Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the human body to practice.
1.1.c. Identify anatomical structures and physiological processes, injuries and diseases of the human body in medical images.
LO3
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
1.1. Apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology to practice.
1.1.a. Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the human body to practice.
1.1.c. Identify anatomical structures and physiological processes, injuries and diseases of the human body in medical images.
LO4
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
1.1. Apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology to practice.
1.1.a. Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the human body to practice.
1.1.c. Identify anatomical structures and physiological processes, injuries and diseases of the human body in medical images.
LO5
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
1.2.e. Manage clinical information (information and images) appropriately and consider the workflow between the different clinical information management systems.
1.2.g. Ensure clinical information is made available to the appropriate persons involved in the care of the patient.
LO6
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
1.2.g. Ensure clinical information is made available to the appropriate persons involved in the care of the patient.
LO7
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
1.4.b. Determine the appropriate imaging and/or treatment protocols and priorities, which consider the information collected during the interaction with the patient/client and knowledge of imaging and/or treatment options.
LO8
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
1.1. Apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology to practice.
1.1.a. Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the human body to practice.
1.1.b. Apply knowledge of the scientific explanations underpinning disease and injuries affecting the human body to enable delivery of safe, high-quality examinations/treatment.
1.1.c. Identify anatomical structures and physiological processes, injuries and diseases of the human body in medical images.
1.2.g. Ensure clinical information is made available to the appropriate persons involved in the care of the patient.

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

The lectures and tutorials will be presented by Peter O'Reilly who is the Unit of Study Co-ordinator this semester. The tutorials will be 1.5 hours in length and will be conducted as group discussion. The lectures will be 1 hour in duration. This unit does address a large amount of material and will require constant attention by all students is required as this requires a deep understanding of the anatomy and how the mechanism of injury can cause the anatomical presentation on the radiograph. It follows a problem-based approach in order to rationally understand the connection of the clinical history, the possible injuries sustained and what their appearances may be then to appreciate any change in the normality of the anatomy on the radiograph. It is also essential that an ability to describe the appearances on the radiograph plus demonstrate the ability to relay that description to other medical or allied health persons.

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