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Imaging Diagnostics CPU Objectives Activity 1 1-1. Define imaging. 1-2. Compare radiography to radiology. 1-3. Research career opportunities within the imaging field. 1-4. Analyze imaging careers to determine which interests you most. Activity 2 2-1. Examine the digestive and skeletal systems. 2-2 Analyze the importance of knowing body systems in the field of imaging. Activity 3 3-1. Examine radiographs. 3-2. Analyze the x-ray tube and how it works. 3-3. Describe how a simple x-ray is taken. 3-4. View x-rays using a light box. 3-5. Analyze x-ray procedures. Activity 4 4-1. Define radiation and its many sources. 4-2. Learn ways to limit radiation exposure and monitor dose limits. 4-3. Analyze preferred methods of radiation dose monitoring. Activity 5 5-1. Learn aseptic technique and its importance. 5-2. Discuss effective communication skills and how they relate to imaging. 5-3. Identify the steps involved in performing a simulated x-ray. 5-4. View a simulated x-ray including aseptic technique and effective communication. 5-5. Perform a simulated x-ray. 5-6. Analyze the relationship between appropriate technique and the outcome of the x-ray, as well as how communication enhances the experience for the patient. Activity 6 6-1. Define fluoroscopy. 6-2. Discuss what an image intensifier is and how it works. 6-3. Examine nuclear medicine and the responsibilities of those who work in this area. 6-4. Identify three tests which use barium: barium swallow, barium small bowel enema, and barium enema. 6-5. Analyze the differences between fluoroscopy and x-ray. 6-6. Discuss which medical situations would require fluoroscopic or nuclear medicine over the traditional x-ray. Activity 7 7-1. Describe intravenous pyelogram. 7-2. Define tomography. 7-3. Examine computed tomography and its history. 7-4. Describe how radiopharmaceuticals appear on SPECT tests. 7-5. Explain PET and its clinical implications regarding Parkinson’s disease. 7-6. Compare the various methods of tomography and describe major differences as well as similarities. Activity 8 8-1. Identify MRI advantages and disadvantages. 8-2. Explore how an MRI can be helpful in diagnosing sports injuries. 8-3. Discuss the history of the MRI and learn about its inventors. 8-4. Compare MRI to CT or PET scans and list the advantages of each. Activity 9 9-1. Define mammography. 9-2. Discuss mammography’s history. 9-3. Explain when to have a mammogram, what the risk factors are, and list signs of problems. 9-4. Define two types of mammogram. 9-5. Explain what a “lump” in the breast is and what this could mean. Activity 10 10-1. Define ultrasound and learn of its many uses. 10-2. Explore the ultrasound’s history and its progress. 10-3.Discuss occupations relating to ultrasound, certifications, and areas of expertise. 10-4. Determine various uses for ultrasound in obstetrics and pregnancy. 10-5. Analyze the benefits and risks of ultrasound. Activity 11 11-1. Examine the therapeutic uses of radiation. 11-2. Discuss the two types of radiation therapy. 11-3. Identify side effects of both internal and external radiation therapy. 11-4. Examine various careers in radiation therapy. 11-5. Describe a situation in which someone is suffering the side effects of radiation therapy. Activity 12 12-1. Practice additional simulated x-rays. 12-2. Discuss any difficulties performing simulated x-rays. Activity 13 13-1. You will participate in a career shadowing activity the instructor has arranged. OR 13-2. You will conduct research on mammography and breast health awareness. Activity 14 14-1. You will participate in a career shadowing activity the instructor has arranged. OR 14-2. You will continue research on mammography and breast health awareness and create a presentation. In Activity 15, the students will finish any work they have not yet completed. They will complete the CPU by taking the Vocabulary Test and the Post-test, answering the journal question, and turning in any necessary work such as the research journal or presentation. |
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