Outline

Unit code	MRTY2105
Academic unit	Clinical Imaging
Credit points	6
Prohibitions ?	None
Prerequisites ?	None
Corequisites ?	MRTY2106
Assumed knowledge ?	MRTY2101
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Coordinator	Dania Abu Awwad, dania.abuawwad@sydney.edu.au
Tutor(s)	Susan Said, susan.said@sydney.edu.au
Sahand Hooshmand, sahand.hooshmand@sydney.edu.au
Franziska Jerjen, franziska.jerjen@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Online task	Mid Semester Class Exam Online Test	20%	Week 06	n/a
Outcomes assessed:
Skills-based evaluation	OSCE Station 2 Practical test on communication, x-ray equipment use, & patient positioning	30%	Week 10 Due date: 13 Oct 2023 at 17:00	15 minutes
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Assignment	End of Semester Assessment - Assignment Submitted Assignment	50%	Week 12 Due date: 23 Oct 2023 at 23:59	n/a
Outcomes assessed:

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.

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	Introduction to the Unit of Study	Lecture (1 hr)
Pelvis	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 02	Pelvis	Practical (2 hr)
Lumbar Spine	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 03	Lumbar Spine	Practical (2 hr)
Thoracic Spine	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 04	Thoracic Spine	Practical (2 hr)
Cervical Spine	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 05	Cervical Spine	Practical (2 hr)
SC Joints, Sternum, and Ribs	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 06	SC Joints, Sternum, and Ribs	Practical (2 hr)
Sectional Anatomy Recording 1	Individual study (1 hr)
Introduction to Contrast	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 07	Pre-OSCE Practice	Practical (2 hr)
Sectional Anatomy Recording 2 - Chest	Individual study (1 hr)
Sectional Anatomy Tutorial 1 - Chest	Tutorial (1 hr)
Abdomen	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 08	Abdomen	Practical (2 hr)
Sectional Anatomy Recording 3 - Chest	Individual study (1 hr)
Sectional Anatomy Tutorial 2 - Chest	Tutorial (1 hr)
Facial Bones	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 09	Facial Bones	Practical (2 hr)
Sectional Anatomy Recording 4 - Abdomen	Individual study (1 hr)
Sectional Anatomy Tutorial 3 - Abdomen	Tutorial (1 hr)
Further Facial Imaging	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 10	Pre-OSCE Practice	Practical (2 hr)
Sectional Anatomy Recording 5 - Pelvis	Individual study (1 hr)
Sectional Anatomy Tutorial 4 - Pelvis	Tutorial (1 hr)
Adaptation of Technique	Lecture (2 hr)

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 competently the use of campus radiographic equipment required to perform examinations of the axial skeleton including the facial bones, pelvis and abdomen
LO2. understand the relationship between exposure, attenuation and image quality as applied to the axial skeleton and above areas
LO3. apply knowledge of human anatomy to position patients for a range of general radiographic examinations of the axial skeleton including the facial bones, pelvis and abdomen
LO4. identify and describe anatomical features of a resultant image relevant to the axial skeleton, facial bones, pelvis and abdomen
LO5. apply knowledge of standard radiographic projections to a range of common clinical scenarios
LO6. apply knowledge of standard and specialised radiographic projections to a range of patient presentations including paediatrics, trauma patients and aged patients
LO7. understand specific mechanisms of injury and recognise the importance of clinical information in adapting radiographic technique
LO8. adapt radiographic techniques to compliment clinical histories that indicate medically urgent findings on parts of the axial skeleton, facial bones, pelvis and abdominal radiographs
LO9. acquire an ongoing knowledge of the role radiographers play in the care of patients
LO10. evaluate processes for the justification and optimisation of plain radiographic examinations, including using a range of evidence
LO11. translate the outcome of a plain radiographic examination, and show an understanding of the clinical context for further/comparative imaging
LO12. demonstrate an ability to apply critical and reflective thinking to clinical scenarios and how decisions made by radiographers impact upon the quality of clinical practice, patient care and safety
LO13. correctly identify anatomy on cross sectional images (CT/MRI) of the chest, abdomen and pelvis
LO14. demonstrate an understanding of the positioning for a range of mobile examinations, including those undertaken in a ward location or an emergency department
LO15. identify and be able to act upon radiation safety issues related to mobile radiation sources and their associated risks for patients and public including professional staff.

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.

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Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
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Alignment with Competency standards

Outcomes	Competency standards
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - 1.3.d. Operate equipment and apply knowledge of laboratory procedures to practice when necessary.
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - 1A.1.d. Select appropriate equipment, receptor type and set equipment geometry for the examination. 1A.1.f. Critically evaluate images against radiographic criteria including assessment of exposure index, field of view and anatomical rotation.
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - 1.1.a. Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the human body to practice.
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - 1.1.c. Identify anatomical structures and physiological processes, injuries and diseases of the human body in medical images.
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - 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.
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - 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.
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation 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. 1.4.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. 1.4.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. 1.4.c. Adapt the requested examination/treatment to an individual patient/client considering available clinical information. 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. National Safety and Quality Health Service - 3. Preventing and Controlling Infections Standard
	Professional capabilities for 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. 1.4.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. 1.4.c. Adapt the requested examination/treatment to an individual patient/client considering available clinical information. 1.5.c. Identify patients/clients most at risk, including pregnant women and the foetus, breastfeeding mothers and their children. 1.5.d. Select appropriate equipment and triage patients/clients according to their clinical presentation, national standards and other factors. 1.7.a. Recognise patients/clients whose condition is deteriorating, or who are unable to undergo an examination/treatment and respond to their needs in an appropriate and timely way consistent with standards of safe and high-quality care. This includes calling for emergency help when needed. 1.7.b. Apply quality criteria to assure image quality, evaluate medical images and identify any urgent and/or unexpected findings. 1.7.c. If the practitioner identifies any urgent or unexpected findings, take appropriate and timely action to ensure the immediate management of the patient/client.
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - 1.7.d. Provide appropriate patient/client care before, during and after the examination/treatment. National Safety and Quality Health Service - 2. Partnering with Consumers Standard
	Professional capabilities for 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. 1.4.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. 1.4.c. Adapt the requested examination/treatment to an individual patient/client considering available clinical information. 1.5.c. Identify patients/clients most at risk, including pregnant women and the foetus, breastfeeding mothers and their children. 1.5.d. Select appropriate equipment and triage patients/clients according to their clinical presentation, national standards and other factors.
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - 1.7.b. Apply quality criteria to assure image quality, evaluate medical images and identify any urgent and/or unexpected findings. 1.7.c. If the practitioner identifies any urgent or unexpected findings, take appropriate and timely action to ensure the immediate management of the patient/client. 1A.1.f. Critically evaluate images against radiographic criteria including assessment of exposure index, field of view and anatomical rotation.
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation 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. 1.3.a. Understand the different imaging and treatment pathways in 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. 1.4.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. 1.4.c. Adapt the requested examination/treatment to an individual patient/client considering available clinical information. 1.7.c. If the practitioner identifies any urgent or unexpected findings, take appropriate and timely action to ensure the immediate management of the patient/client. National Safety and Quality Health Service - 5. Comprehensive Care Standard
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - 1.1.c. Identify anatomical structures and physiological processes, injuries and diseases of the human body in medical images.
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - 1.3.b. Understand the modalities and equipment used in the different imaging and treatment pathways across medical radiation practice. 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.
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - Domain 5.3.c. Identify and take appropriate action to correct unacceptable condition or operation of all equipment. 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. Domain 5.4.b. Report on all incidents (including radiation and radioactivity incidents) as needed. Domain 5.4.c. Manage the environmental risks of manufactured radiation and radioactivity. Domain 5.4.d. Identify, confirm and implement methods of radiation management. Domain 5.4.e. Use safe and legal methods for managing manufactured radiation sources, including using appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment and complying with shielding requirements. Domain 5.4.g. Provide information on radiation-related hazards and control measures to others in the workplace.

National Safety and Quality Health Service -

Competency code	Taught, Practiced or Assessed	Competency standard
2		Partnering with Consumers Standard

Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice -

Competency code	Taught, Practiced or Assessed	Competency standard
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.
1.3.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.
1.3.d		Operate equipment and apply knowledge of laboratory procedures to practice when necessary.
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.
1.4.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.
1.4.c		Adapt the requested examination/treatment to an individual patient/client considering available clinical information.
1.5.b		Identify patient/client preparation requirements.
1.5.c		Identify patients/clients most at risk, including pregnant women and the foetus, breastfeeding mothers and their children.
1.5.d		Select appropriate equipment and triage patients/clients according to their clinical presentation, national standards and other factors.
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.
1.6.c		Use or adapt suitable stabilisation and ancillary equipment.
1.6.d		Perform the appropriate stabilisation before starting the procedure.
1.7.b		Apply quality criteria to assure image quality, evaluate medical images and identify any urgent and/or unexpected findings.
1.7.c		If the practitioner identifies any urgent or unexpected findings, take appropriate and timely action to ensure the immediate management of the patient/client.
1.7.d		Provide appropriate patient/client care before, during and after the examination/treatment.
1.8.b		Recognise the risks, precautions and contraindications of the use of medicines, informed by the patient’s/client’s current pathology status.
1.8.c		Apply knowledge of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics and the potential range of reactions to medicines.
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.f		Critically evaluate images against radiographic criteria including assessment of exposure index, field of view and anatomical rotation.
1A.2.c		Prepare the patient/client for the examination, including positioning the patient/client for the best diagnostic outcome. (1A.2)
1A.2.g		Prepare the patient/client and delivery systems with the appropriate contrast media using aseptic techniques.
Domain 5.1.b		Practice in accordance with relevant radiation safety guidelines.
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.

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