Pharmacology for the Radiographer OBJECTIVES After studying this chapter, the student will be able to: 1. Explain the legal accountability of all health care professionals who administer drugs. 2. Discuss…

Medical Emergencies OBJECTIVES After studying this chapter, the student will be able to: 1. Assess the basic levels of neurologic and cognitive functioning. 2. List the three classifications of shock…

Gastrointestinal Procedures OBJECTIVES After studying this chapter, the student will be able to: 1. Explain the radiographer’s teaching responsibilities before, during, and after imaging examinations of the gastrointestinal system. 2….

Trauma and Mobile Imaging OBJECTIVES After studying this chapter, the student will be able to: 1. List the general guidelines for radiographers to follow. 2. List members of the emergency…

Geriatric Imaging OBJECTIVES After studying this chapter, the student will be able to: 1. Discuss the special considerations while imaging geriatric patients and describe their special care needs. 2. Discuss…

Pediatric Imaging OBJECTIVES After studying this chapter, the student will be able to: 1. Define the pediatric patient. 2. Discuss professional, appropriate, age-specific, and effective communication strategies for pediatric patients,…

Vital Signs and Oxygen Administration OBJECTIVES After studying this chapter, the student will be able to: 1. Define vital signs and explain when assessment should be done. 2. List the…

Patient Care and Safety OBJECTIVES After studying this chapter, the student will be able to: 1. Explain the best methods for ensuring the care and safety of the patient’s belongings…

Infection Control OBJECTIVES After studying this chapter, the student will be able to: 1. Define the basic terminology used in the practice of infection control. 2. List and describe the…

Patient Assessment and Communication OBJECTIVES After studying this chapter, the student will be able to: 1. Explain the basic physical and emotional needs of the person seeking health care and…