Abstract
The students' journey to become a health practitioner begins with this subject. Students explore the principles of professionalism and professional practice through a structured introduction to the practical aspects of the clinical environment. The subject considers theory and skill development in communication, cultural safety, ethical practice and patient care. A … For more content click the Read More button below.
Syllabus
This subject will cover the following topics:
INTRODUCTION to the Profession
HistoryRadiography (incl. interventional, mammography, OPG)Nuclear Medicine (including SPECT and PET)Computed TomographyMagnetic Resonance ImagingRadiation TherapyUltrasound
PROFESSIONALISM
ProfessionsPatient centred careCommunicationCommunication and cultural safetyInterdisciplinary interactionsConflict resolutionMedical Radiation Science
PRACTICE
EthicsLegal and regulatory
WHS
Inter-disciplinary teamsIntroduction to chest x-rayIntroduction to bone scanIntroduction to … For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
explain and apply the legal, ethical, professional, and regulatory responsibilities of a medical radiation science practitioner, including the use of correct professional terminology, and appropriate professional behaviour (MRPBA Domain 2.1 and 2.3);
2.
identify and describe the role of patient advocacy in Medical Radiation Science and the potential barriers to effective patient communication (MRPBA Domain 2.4 and 3.1);
3.
recognise and describe the process for reviewing a patient history, referral requirements and confirming appropriateness of the procedure (MRPBA Domain 1.2c and 1.4); and
4.
recognise and describe appropriate procedures and processes to ensure safe patient management, and legal responsibilities with respect to health, safety and hazards in the workplace (MRPBA Domain 5.2 and 5.4).
Enrolment restrictions
Incompatible
Replacement