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MRTY4039: Radiographic Evaluation 3

Semester 1b, 2022 [Block mode] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

This is the third and final unit of study in radiographic evaluation. Building upon MRTY2102 and MRTY2106, this unit focuses on image interpretation of advanced musculoskeletal and pulmonary cases for analysis of both pathology and image critique. The range of clinical scenarios will include cross sectional images (CT, MRI, US) and planar imaging. Students will learn about medical image perception of images from a 2D and 3D perspective. Evidence in current image techniques will underpin the case selection and evaluation.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit Clinical Imaging
Credit points 6
Prerequisites
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None
Corequisites
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None
Prohibitions
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None
Assumed knowledge
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MRTY2102, MRTY2106, MRTY3120

Available to study abroad and exchange students

No

Teaching staff

Coordinator Peter O'Reilly, peter.oreilly@sydney.edu.au
Type Description Weight Due Length
Final exam (Take-home short release) Type D final exam End of semester exam
S/A and L/A
25% Formal exam period
Due date: 10 Jun 2022 at 18:00
1.5 hours
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Online task Assessment 1
Online MCQ
15% Week 10
Due date: 06 May 2021 at 08:00
50 Minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO4 LO2
Assignment group assignment Structured learning activity - ePoster
Structured learning activity - ePoster
45% Week 12
Due date: 25 May 2022 at 09:00
10 slides inc title page excl references
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO4
Assignment Group to review designated ePosters from another group.
Essay
15% Week 13
Due date: 02 Jun 2021 at 09:00
500-600 words
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO4
group assignment = group assignment ?
Type D final exam = Type D final exam ?

Assessment summary

WEEK 9: On-line test (wk9) covers MRI of shoulder and knee.  Contains 10 questions of 2 marks each.

The on-line Week 9 test is equal to 20% of total subject mark.

WEEK 15: On-line test (Wk 15 Exam period) This exam covers U/S, CT and 3D CT data sets, aneurysm imaging and imaging polytrauma.  Contains 15 MCQ, multiple response, hot spot  questions. All questions evenly weighted.

The on-line Week 15 Exam is equal to 30% of total subject mark.

WEEK 12: ePoster Week 12 Groups 5-6.  Focus of ePoster is on a topic related to the material taught in unit.  The level of depth of the content needs to be commensurate with a senior student project.  The groups will need to negotiate a topic for the ePoster with the unit of study coordinator but there will be flexibility in the topic they can propose.  The target audience is for diagnostic radiographers attending an in-house training session.

The eposter is 35% of total subject mark.

WEEK 13: Peer Review Week 13.  The aim of this assessment is for the same group that created the e-poster to view the ePoster from another group.  It requires the group to review and make an assessment as to the strengths and weaknesses of the ePoster material, plus evaluate the delivery of the assignment in terms of clarity, relevance of subject material and any other comments pertaining to that presentation. The unit of study coordinator, Mr Peter O’Reilly will allocate the groups for this assignment. 

The Peer Review is 15% of total subject mark.

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.

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 07 MRI sequences - shoulder and knee Lecture (2 hr)  
Case studies Tutorial (1 hr)  
Week 08 MRI sequences - shoulder and knee Lecture (2 hr)  
Case studies Tutorial (1 hr)  
Week 09 3D CT imaging Lecture (1 hr)  
Week 10 Ultrasound - shoulder Lecture (1 hr)  
Ultrasound Tutorial (1 hr)  
Week 11 3D CT Imaging Lecture (2 hr)  
3D CT imaging Tutorial (1 hr)  
Week 12 Polytrauma Lecture (2 hr)  
Polytrauma Tutorial (1 hr)  
Week 13 Aneurysm imaging Lecture (2 hr)  
Aneurysm Imaging Tutorial (1 hr)  

Attendance and class requirements

Attendance: The attendance requirement for lectures and practicals/tutorials are 80%.

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.

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. evaluate complex multi-modality imaging series for the musculoskeletal (MSK) system
  • LO2. evaluate complex multi-modality imaging series for the cardio-pulmonary (CP) system
  • LO3. navigate three dimensional data sets in a variety of planes and demonstrate knowledge of a large range of normal and abnormal anatomy and pathology in the chest, shoulder and knee regions
  • LO4. evaluate current evidence to reflect upon best practice in imaging of the MSK and CP systems, including the ability to lead structured and informal discussion on research to clinical translation that improves current radiographic practice.

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.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.
1.10.c. Apply knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, embryology, pathophysiology, haemodynamic and sonographic appearances of normal and abnormal anatomy.
1.10.d. Use standard techniques/images and equipment for the body area being examined and, where appropriate, modify them to consider the patient/client presentation and clinical indications.
1.3.a. Understand the different imaging and treatment pathways in medical radiation practice.
1.3.b. Understand the modalities and equipment used in the different imaging and treatment pathways across medical radiation practice.
1.4.a. Understand the patient’s/client’s clinical history, referral and current medical information to confirm the requested or prescribed procedure is appropriate, drawing on knowledge of other imaging and treatment pathways.
1.5.b. Identify patient/client preparation requirements.
1.6.a. Consider the limitations/restrictions in the use of techniques and devices for reproducibility of procedures concerning the patient’s/client’s condition and presentation.
1.6.b. Identify the type and method of stabilisation needed for the type and purpose of the procedure and the patient/client condition and presentation.
1.7.b. Apply quality criteria to assure image quality, evaluate medical images and identify any urgent and/or unexpected findings.
1.8.b. Recognise the risks, precautions and contraindications of the use of medicines, informed by the patient’s/client’s current pathology status.
1.9.a. Operate MRI systems safely and effectively.
1.9.b. Apply knowledge of the principles of MRI physics and surrounding environment to ensure patient/client and others’ safety.
1.9.c. Select equipment and imaging parameters relevant to the patient/client presentation and where appropriate, modify imaging parameters to achieve optimal diagnostic outcomes.
1.9.e. Perform and evaluate MRI examinations where appropriate, modify the examination according to the MRI findings and clinical presentation.
1.9.f. Process image data sets.
1A.1.a. Operate projection radiography systems safely and effectively in a range of settings.
1A.1.b. Prepare the patient/client for the examination, including positioning the patient/client for the best diagnostic outcome.
1A.1.c. Use standard radiographic projections and exposure factors for the patient’s/client’s body area being examined and, when appropriate, modify them to consider patient/client presentation, clinical indications and mechanisms of injury.
1A.1.d. Select appropriate equipment, receptor type and set equipment geometry for the examination.
1A.1.e. Perform image post-processing techniques.
1A.1.f. Critically evaluate images against radiographic criteria including assessment of exposure index, field of view and anatomical rotation.
1A.1.g. Collaborate in the design and evaluation of projection radiography protocols.
1A.2.c. Prepare the patient/client for the examination, including positioning the patient/client for the best diagnostic outcome. (1A.2)
1A.2.d. Apply knowledge of equipment geometry for procedures.
1A.2.e. Apply knowledge of imaging acquisition modes and radiation dose rates.
1A.2.f. Perform image post-processing techniques. (1A.2)
1A.3.a. Operate CT systems safely and effectively.
1A.3.b. Apply appropriate imaging parameters for the patient/client presentation.
1A.3.c. Adjust relative radiation dose levels based on the range of patient/client presentations.
1A.3.e. Perform and evaluate contrast and non-contrast CT examinations of the body and, when appropriate, modify them to consider patient/client presentation and clinical indications.
1A.3.f. Process data image sets, including multi-planar reformats and volume imaging.
Domain 2.1.d. Apply the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia’s Code of conduct to practice.
Domain 2.1.e. Provide relevant information to the patient/client and implement appropriate methods to obtain informed consent.
Domain 2.1.g. Practice the basic principles underpinning bio-ethics in medical radiation practice and recognise and respond appropriately to ethical issues encountered in practice.
Domain 2.1.h. Exercise appropriate levels of autonomy and professional judgement in a variety of medical radiation practice settings.
Domain 2.3.a. Make appropriate professional decisions about the care of patients.
Domain 2.5.a. Participate in peer assessment, standard setting, mentorship and provide developmental support to other medical radiation practitioners and other members of the healthcare team.
Domain 3.1.h. Obtain informed consent, explaining the purpose, risks and benefits of the proposed examination/treatment.
Domain 4.2.b. Critically reflect on own strengths and limitations to identify learning needed to improve and adapt professional practice.
Domain 5.1.a. Comply with relevant radiation safety legislation.
Domain 5.1.c. Apply knowledge of radiobiology and medical radiation physics to examinations/treatment.
Domain 5.1.d. Apply knowledge of radiobiology and radiation dose adjustment to deliver safe and effective patient/client outcomes.
Domain 5.1.e. Review the referral and associated examinations/treatment prescription to ensure appropriate justification, limitation and optimisation.
Domain 5.1.f. Identify radiation risks and implement effective and appropriate risk management systems and procedures.
Domain 5.2.e. Apply relevant quality frameworks to practice.
Domain 5.4.a. Identify safety hazards in the workplace and respond to incidents (including radiation and radioactivity incidents) in a timely and appropriate manner, in accordance with protocols and procedures.
LO2
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
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.
1.10.c. Apply knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, embryology, pathophysiology, haemodynamic and sonographic appearances of normal and abnormal anatomy.
1.10.d. Use standard techniques/images and equipment for the body area being examined and, where appropriate, modify them to consider the patient/client presentation and clinical indications.
1.3.a. Understand the different imaging and treatment pathways in medical radiation practice.
1.3.b. Understand the modalities and equipment used in the different imaging and treatment pathways across medical radiation practice.
1.4.a. Understand the patient’s/client’s clinical history, referral and current medical information to confirm the requested or prescribed procedure is appropriate, drawing on knowledge of other imaging and treatment pathways.
1.5.b. Identify patient/client preparation requirements.
1.6.a. Consider the limitations/restrictions in the use of techniques and devices for reproducibility of procedures concerning the patient’s/client’s condition and presentation.
1.6.b. Identify the type and method of stabilisation needed for the type and purpose of the procedure and the patient/client condition and presentation.
1.7.b. Apply quality criteria to assure image quality, evaluate medical images and identify any urgent and/or unexpected findings.
1.8.b. Recognise the risks, precautions and contraindications of the use of medicines, informed by the patient’s/client’s current pathology status.
1.9.a. Operate MRI systems safely and effectively.
1.9.b. Apply knowledge of the principles of MRI physics and surrounding environment to ensure patient/client and others’ safety.
1.9.c. Select equipment and imaging parameters relevant to the patient/client presentation and where appropriate, modify imaging parameters to achieve optimal diagnostic outcomes.
1.9.e. Perform and evaluate MRI examinations where appropriate, modify the examination according to the MRI findings and clinical presentation.
1.9.f. Process image data sets.
1A.1.a. Operate projection radiography systems safely and effectively in a range of settings.
1A.1.b. Prepare the patient/client for the examination, including positioning the patient/client for the best diagnostic outcome.
1A.1.c. Use standard radiographic projections and exposure factors for the patient’s/client’s body area being examined and, when appropriate, modify them to consider patient/client presentation, clinical indications and mechanisms of injury.
1A.1.d. Select appropriate equipment, receptor type and set equipment geometry for the examination.
1A.1.e. Perform image post-processing techniques.
1A.1.f. Critically evaluate images against radiographic criteria including assessment of exposure index, field of view and anatomical rotation.
1A.1.g. Collaborate in the design and evaluation of projection radiography protocols.
1A.2.c. Prepare the patient/client for the examination, including positioning the patient/client for the best diagnostic outcome. (1A.2)
1A.2.d. Apply knowledge of equipment geometry for procedures.
1A.2.e. Apply knowledge of imaging acquisition modes and radiation dose rates.
1A.2.f. Perform image post-processing techniques. (1A.2)
1A.3.a. Operate CT systems safely and effectively.
1A.3.b. Apply appropriate imaging parameters for the patient/client presentation.
1A.3.c. Adjust relative radiation dose levels based on the range of patient/client presentations.
1A.3.e. Perform and evaluate contrast and non-contrast CT examinations of the body and, when appropriate, modify them to consider patient/client presentation and clinical indications.
1A.3.f. Process data image sets, including multi-planar reformats and volume imaging.
Domain 2.1.d. Apply the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia’s Code of conduct to practice.
Domain 2.1.e. Provide relevant information to the patient/client and implement appropriate methods to obtain informed consent.
Domain 2.1.g. Practice the basic principles underpinning bio-ethics in medical radiation practice and recognise and respond appropriately to ethical issues encountered in practice.
Domain 2.1.h. Exercise appropriate levels of autonomy and professional judgement in a variety of medical radiation practice settings.
Domain 2.3.a. Make appropriate professional decisions about the care of patients.
Domain 2.5.a. Participate in peer assessment, standard setting, mentorship and provide developmental support to other medical radiation practitioners and other members of the healthcare team.
Domain 3.1.h. Obtain informed consent, explaining the purpose, risks and benefits of the proposed examination/treatment.
Domain 4.2.b. Critically reflect on own strengths and limitations to identify learning needed to improve and adapt professional practice.
Domain 5.1.a. Comply with relevant radiation safety legislation.
Domain 5.1.c. Apply knowledge of radiobiology and medical radiation physics to examinations/treatment.
Domain 5.1.d. Apply knowledge of radiobiology and radiation dose adjustment to deliver safe and effective patient/client outcomes.
Domain 5.1.e. Review the referral and associated examinations/treatment prescription to ensure appropriate justification, limitation and optimisation.
Domain 5.1.f. Identify radiation risks and implement effective and appropriate risk management systems and procedures.
Domain 5.2.e. Apply relevant quality frameworks to practice.
Domain 5.4.a. Identify safety hazards in the workplace and respond to incidents (including radiation and radioactivity incidents) in a timely and appropriate manner, in accordance with protocols and procedures.
LO3
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
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.
1.10.c. Apply knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, embryology, pathophysiology, haemodynamic and sonographic appearances of normal and abnormal anatomy.
1.10.d. Use standard techniques/images and equipment for the body area being examined and, where appropriate, modify them to consider the patient/client presentation and clinical indications.
1.3.a. Understand the different imaging and treatment pathways in medical radiation practice.
1.3.b. Understand the modalities and equipment used in the different imaging and treatment pathways across medical radiation practice.
1.4.a. Understand the patient’s/client’s clinical history, referral and current medical information to confirm the requested or prescribed procedure is appropriate, drawing on knowledge of other imaging and treatment pathways.
1.5.b. Identify patient/client preparation requirements.
1.6.a. Consider the limitations/restrictions in the use of techniques and devices for reproducibility of procedures concerning the patient’s/client’s condition and presentation.
1.6.b. Identify the type and method of stabilisation needed for the type and purpose of the procedure and the patient/client condition and presentation.
1.7.b. Apply quality criteria to assure image quality, evaluate medical images and identify any urgent and/or unexpected findings.
1.8.b. Recognise the risks, precautions and contraindications of the use of medicines, informed by the patient’s/client’s current pathology status.
1.9.a. Operate MRI systems safely and effectively.
1.9.b. Apply knowledge of the principles of MRI physics and surrounding environment to ensure patient/client and others’ safety.
1.9.c. Select equipment and imaging parameters relevant to the patient/client presentation and where appropriate, modify imaging parameters to achieve optimal diagnostic outcomes.
1.9.e. Perform and evaluate MRI examinations where appropriate, modify the examination according to the MRI findings and clinical presentation.
1.9.f. Process image data sets.
1A.1.a. Operate projection radiography systems safely and effectively in a range of settings.
1A.1.b. Prepare the patient/client for the examination, including positioning the patient/client for the best diagnostic outcome.
1A.1.c. Use standard radiographic projections and exposure factors for the patient’s/client’s body area being examined and, when appropriate, modify them to consider patient/client presentation, clinical indications and mechanisms of injury.
1A.1.d. Select appropriate equipment, receptor type and set equipment geometry for the examination.
1A.1.e. Perform image post-processing techniques.
1A.1.f. Critically evaluate images against radiographic criteria including assessment of exposure index, field of view and anatomical rotation.
1A.1.g. Collaborate in the design and evaluation of projection radiography protocols.
1A.2.c. Prepare the patient/client for the examination, including positioning the patient/client for the best diagnostic outcome. (1A.2)
1A.2.d. Apply knowledge of equipment geometry for procedures.
1A.2.e. Apply knowledge of imaging acquisition modes and radiation dose rates.
1A.2.f. Perform image post-processing techniques. (1A.2)
1A.3.a. Operate CT systems safely and effectively.
1A.3.b. Apply appropriate imaging parameters for the patient/client presentation.
1A.3.c. Adjust relative radiation dose levels based on the range of patient/client presentations.
1A.3.e. Perform and evaluate contrast and non-contrast CT examinations of the body and, when appropriate, modify them to consider patient/client presentation and clinical indications.
1A.3.f. Process data image sets, including multi-planar reformats and volume imaging.
Domain 2.1.d. Apply the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia’s Code of conduct to practice.
Domain 2.1.e. Provide relevant information to the patient/client and implement appropriate methods to obtain informed consent.
Domain 2.1.g. Practice the basic principles underpinning bio-ethics in medical radiation practice and recognise and respond appropriately to ethical issues encountered in practice.
Domain 2.1.h. Exercise appropriate levels of autonomy and professional judgement in a variety of medical radiation practice settings.
Domain 2.3.a. Make appropriate professional decisions about the care of patients.
Domain 2.5.a. Participate in peer assessment, standard setting, mentorship and provide developmental support to other medical radiation practitioners and other members of the healthcare team.
Domain 3.1.h. Obtain informed consent, explaining the purpose, risks and benefits of the proposed examination/treatment.
Domain 4.2.b. Critically reflect on own strengths and limitations to identify learning needed to improve and adapt professional practice.
Domain 5.1.a. Comply with relevant radiation safety legislation.
Domain 5.1.c. Apply knowledge of radiobiology and medical radiation physics to examinations/treatment.
Domain 5.1.d. Apply knowledge of radiobiology and radiation dose adjustment to deliver safe and effective patient/client outcomes.
Domain 5.1.e. Review the referral and associated examinations/treatment prescription to ensure appropriate justification, limitation and optimisation.
Domain 5.1.f. Identify radiation risks and implement effective and appropriate risk management systems and procedures.
Domain 5.2.e. Apply relevant quality frameworks to practice.
Domain 5.4.a. Identify safety hazards in the workplace and respond to incidents (including radiation and radioactivity incidents) in a timely and appropriate manner, in accordance with protocols and procedures.
LO4
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
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.
1.10.c. Apply knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, embryology, pathophysiology, haemodynamic and sonographic appearances of normal and abnormal anatomy.
1.10.d. Use standard techniques/images and equipment for the body area being examined and, where appropriate, modify them to consider the patient/client presentation and clinical indications.
1.3.a. Understand the different imaging and treatment pathways in medical radiation practice.
1.3.b. Understand the modalities and equipment used in the different imaging and treatment pathways across medical radiation practice.
1.4.a. Understand the patient’s/client’s clinical history, referral and current medical information to confirm the requested or prescribed procedure is appropriate, drawing on knowledge of other imaging and treatment pathways.
1.5.b. Identify patient/client preparation requirements.
1.6.a. Consider the limitations/restrictions in the use of techniques and devices for reproducibility of procedures concerning the patient’s/client’s condition and presentation.
1.6.b. Identify the type and method of stabilisation needed for the type and purpose of the procedure and the patient/client condition and presentation.
1.7.b. Apply quality criteria to assure image quality, evaluate medical images and identify any urgent and/or unexpected findings.
1.8.b. Recognise the risks, precautions and contraindications of the use of medicines, informed by the patient’s/client’s current pathology status.
1.9.a. Operate MRI systems safely and effectively.
1.9.b. Apply knowledge of the principles of MRI physics and surrounding environment to ensure patient/client and others’ safety.
1.9.c. Select equipment and imaging parameters relevant to the patient/client presentation and where appropriate, modify imaging parameters to achieve optimal diagnostic outcomes.
1.9.e. Perform and evaluate MRI examinations where appropriate, modify the examination according to the MRI findings and clinical presentation.
1.9.f. Process image data sets.
1A.1.a. Operate projection radiography systems safely and effectively in a range of settings.
1A.1.b. Prepare the patient/client for the examination, including positioning the patient/client for the best diagnostic outcome.
1A.1.c. Use standard radiographic projections and exposure factors for the patient’s/client’s body area being examined and, when appropriate, modify them to consider patient/client presentation, clinical indications and mechanisms of injury.
1A.1.d. Select appropriate equipment, receptor type and set equipment geometry for the examination.
1A.1.e. Perform image post-processing techniques.
1A.1.f. Critically evaluate images against radiographic criteria including assessment of exposure index, field of view and anatomical rotation.
1A.1.g. Collaborate in the design and evaluation of projection radiography protocols.
1A.2.c. Prepare the patient/client for the examination, including positioning the patient/client for the best diagnostic outcome. (1A.2)
1A.2.d. Apply knowledge of equipment geometry for procedures.
1A.2.e. Apply knowledge of imaging acquisition modes and radiation dose rates.
1A.2.f. Perform image post-processing techniques. (1A.2)
1A.3.a. Operate CT systems safely and effectively.
1A.3.b. Apply appropriate imaging parameters for the patient/client presentation.
1A.3.c. Adjust relative radiation dose levels based on the range of patient/client presentations.
1A.3.e. Perform and evaluate contrast and non-contrast CT examinations of the body and, when appropriate, modify them to consider patient/client presentation and clinical indications.
1A.3.f. Process data image sets, including multi-planar reformats and volume imaging.
Domain 2.1.d. Apply the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia’s Code of conduct to practice.
Domain 2.1.e. Provide relevant information to the patient/client and implement appropriate methods to obtain informed consent.
Domain 2.1.g. Practice the basic principles underpinning bio-ethics in medical radiation practice and recognise and respond appropriately to ethical issues encountered in practice.
Domain 2.1.h. Exercise appropriate levels of autonomy and professional judgement in a variety of medical radiation practice settings.
Domain 2.3.a. Make appropriate professional decisions about the care of patients.
Domain 2.5.a. Participate in peer assessment, standard setting, mentorship and provide developmental support to other medical radiation practitioners and other members of the healthcare team.
Domain 3.1.h. Obtain informed consent, explaining the purpose, risks and benefits of the proposed examination/treatment.
Domain 4.2.b. Critically reflect on own strengths and limitations to identify learning needed to improve and adapt professional practice.
Domain 5.1.a. Comply with relevant radiation safety legislation.
Domain 5.1.c. Apply knowledge of radiobiology and medical radiation physics to examinations/treatment.
Domain 5.1.d. Apply knowledge of radiobiology and radiation dose adjustment to deliver safe and effective patient/client outcomes.
Domain 5.1.e. Review the referral and associated examinations/treatment prescription to ensure appropriate justification, limitation and optimisation.
Domain 5.1.f. Identify radiation risks and implement effective and appropriate risk management systems and procedures.
Domain 5.2.e. Apply relevant quality frameworks to practice.
Domain 5.4.a. Identify safety hazards in the workplace and respond to incidents (including radiation and radioactivity incidents) in a timely and appropriate manner, in accordance with protocols and procedures.

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

First, this unit is not the same as the prior RadEval 1 and 2 units but deals with advanced level imaging for a number of systems. This unit originally had a video assessment that achieved some excellent videos but it was swapped to an ePoster due to COVID-19 reasons. It has been decided to continue using an ePoster as this is still possible irrespective of any COVID restrictions. The ePoster enables you to work in a group and gain valuable teamwork experience. You are allowed to choose your group members as you are able to choose your topic. The ePoster is to be aimed as an in-house training session and to have a level of depth of study expected of a senior year project. It will allow your to focus on a specific topic and gain a greater in-depth knowledge. The CT and MRI tutorials will be focused toward providing some underpinning knowledge that has not occurred in the junior years of the course - this has been recognised and will be an area focused upon with an upcoming course review. The assessments will remain as on-line assessments.

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