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Summarize the steps in the decision-making process used in image analysis
Assessment Strategies
Oral, written, graphic and/or skill assessment
Criteria
summary identifies the key steps in the decision-making process used in image analysis
summary lists the steps in the correct order
summary describes the desired result for each step in the decision-making process
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Apply the process for evaluating images
Assessment Strategies
Oral, written, graphic and/or skill assessment
Criteria
you follow an established process for evaluating images
you use appropriate equipment when conducting the evaluation
you document your findings
you justify your conclusions
evaluation determines if the image exhibits adequate IR exposure
evaluation determines if the image exhibits adequate contrast
evaluation determines if the image contains an adequate level of spatial resolution
evaluation determines if the image falls within acceptable limits of distortion
evaluation determines if the image contains adequate beam restriction
evaluation determines if the image exhibits appropriate identification markers
you make required adjustments to bring image into acceptable limits
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Summarize the standards for acceptable image quality
Assessment Strategies
Oral, written, graphic and/or skill assessment
Criteria
you identify the purpose of the standards
you describe the role of the radiographer in establishing imaging standards
you define a process for establishing and maintaining image standards in the department
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Analyze image artifacts
Assessment Strategies
Oral, written, graphic and/or skill assessment
Criteria
you identify the artifact(s) on the recorded image
you determine where in the image chain the artifact occurred
you classify types of artifacts
you determine the cause of the artifact(s)
you recognize the effects of artifacts on images
you identify and suggest corrective and preventive measures
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Evaluate image for proper anatomical presentation
Assessment Strategies
Oral, written, graphic and/or skill assessment
Criteria
you determine the purpose of the exam
you determine the proper position on the image
you identify the anatomy on the image
you determine if anatomical presentation meets the requirements of the exam
you suggest corrective measures if needed
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Identify the purpose of quality management programs
Assessment Strategies
Oral, written, graphic and/or skill assessment
Criteria
you differentiate between quality improvement/management, quality assurance, and quality control
you detail the main purposes of quality management programs including cost savings, technologist morale, high quality image, and radiation protection
you detail the components of a quality management program
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Evaluate the image considering the patient's age and condition
Assessment Strategies
Oral, written, graphic and/or skill assessment
Criteria
you recognize variances in body habitus
you recognize common radiographic pathology
you recognize effects of physical limitations
you recognize the effects of cognitive limitations