Intro to Rad Lecture 4-5 PDF

LECTURE 4: RADIOGRAPHY EDUCATION: FROM CLASSROOM TO HOSPITAL PATIENT AS OUR GUEST The patient is the recipient of the many services provided in medical facilities When a qualified physician requests a radiographic examination. It becomes the radiologic technologist’s responsibility to: Inte...

LECTURE 4: RADIOGRAPHY EDUCATION: FROM CLASSROOM TO HOSPITAL PATIENT AS OUR GUEST The patient is the recipient of the many services provided in medical facilities When a qualified physician requests a radiographic examination. It becomes the radiologic technologist’s responsibility to: Interact with the patient. Establish and maintain an atmosphere of caring and empathy for the patient. Treat the patient as a guest in a home. RESPONSIBILITIES IN HEALTH CARE The field of radiology is continually changing in the wake of technology and has recently accelerated with the space age. However, learning the basic principles of the production of x radiation and how to make these principles work is imperative for the student radiologic technologist. BS RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY CURRICULUM Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology is a four - year degree program designed to train students how to operate medical imaging equipment. The subjects in the BS RadTech curriculum are divided into four main categories: o General Courses - Core Courses - Life and works of Rizal - Electives Core Courses - Human Anatomy and Physiology - Introduction to Research - Medical Terminology - Research Writing - Statistics Other course - Physical Education - NSTP Professional Courses - Introduction to Radiologic Sciences and Health Care - - Radiation Production and Characteristics - - Imaging Equipment and Maintenance - Computed and Digital Radiography - Principles of Imaging - Film-Screen Imaging Acquisition, Processing and Image Analysis  - Radiographic Anatomy and Physiology - Radiographic Positioning and Radiologic Procedures - Radiologic Contrast Examination - Patient Care and Management - Administration, Leadership, and Entrepreneurship - Professional Ethics, Jurisprudence, and Cultural Sensitivity - Radiobiology - Radiation Protection - Radiologic Pathology - Computed Tomography - Magnetic Resonance Imaging - Interventional Radiology - Ultrasound - Radiation Therapy - Nuclear Medicine - Quality Assurance and Quality Control - Pharmacology and Venipuncture - Mammography - Imaging Science and Informatics - Clinical Education ( 11 months) CLASSROOM TO CLINICAL SETTING - During classroom preparation, the student may practice taking radiographs using phantom material. After classroom preparation, clinical experience offers the opportunity for the student radiologic technologist to determine whether all things learned about the production of x-rays are true. CLINICAL COMPETENCY EVALUATION method of standardizing the evaluation of a student radiologic technologist’s performance in a clinical setting. Cognitive Learning - refers to classroom lectures and demonstration of theories, as well as to the facts and background information necessary to understand a specific body of knowledge. Affective Learning - involves attitudes, values, and feelings. Psychomotor Learning - the actual hands-on phase CLINICAL PARTICIPATION the integration of the cognitive, affective, and psychomotor aspects of radiologic technology education. The student participates as follows: 1. Passive Participation - Assists the practicing radiologic technologist and observes each detail of the radiographic procedure. 2. Performs various assigned tasks associated with procedures after becoming familiar with them. 3. Progresses into the independent clinical performance phase. CRITERIA FOR PERFORMANCE EVALUATION Evaluation of Requisition. Physical Facilities Readiness. Patient-Technologist Relationship. Positioning Skills. Equipment Manipulation. Evidence of Radiation Protection. Radiograph Demonstration – Image Evaluation. Standard Radiographic Exposure – Image Evaluation. Continuing Professional Development (CPD) The process of maintaining and enhancing a professional's knowledge, skills, and competencies through various learning activities. It is a mandatory requirement regulated by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) to ensure professionals stay current with industry developments, enhance their performance, and contribute effectively to their fields. CPD programs include seminars, workshops, training courses, and other educational experiences. The implementation of CPD is guided by Republic Act No. 10912 or the CPD Act of 2016, which mandates registered professionals to earn a specific number of CPD units to renew their licenses. LECTURE 5: CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS WHAT IS CRITICAL THINKING? The ability to analyze, evaluate, and interpret information objectively to form a well-reasoned judgment or conclusion. It involves questioning assumptions, assessing evidence, identifying biases, and considering multiple perspectives. Critical thinking promotes logical reasoning and problem-solving by encouraging individuals to reflect on their thought processes and avoid relying on emotions, generalizations, or assumptions alone. EMANCIPATORY LEARNING a type of learning that empowers individuals to critically reflect on their social, cultural, and political realities, challenging oppressive structures and fostering personal and collective transformation. It goes beyond acquiring knowledge and skills; instead, it emphasizes critical awareness, social change, and liberation from constraints imposed by societal norms or power dynamics. This concept is rooted in the work of educational theorists like Paulo Freire, who promoted learning as a process of empowerment, encouraging learners to question authority and become active participants in shaping their lives and communities. Emancipatory learning is often applied in adult education, social movements, and educational contexts that aim to promote social justice. TYPES OF CRITICAL THINKING Analytical Thinking Involves breaking down complex information into smaller parts to understand relationships, patterns, or causes. Logical Thinking Focuses on reasoning systematically to reach valid conclusions based on evidence and sound arguments. Creative Thinking Involves thinking outside the box, generating new ideas, or finding innovative solutions to problems. Reflective Thinking Requires stepping back to evaluate past actions, decisions, or thought processes to improve future outcomes. Divergent Thinking Involves exploring multiple possible solutions or perspectives for open-ended problems. Convergent Thinking The ability to focus on finding the single best solution from many possibilities by applying logical steps. CHARACTERISTIC OF A CRITICAL THINKER Human it is the presence of heart as well as mind Analytical finding evidence in unclear and confusing situations Rational recognizing the difference between what is true and what you wish were true Open-minded willing to consider new ideas; unprejudiced Systematic presented or formulated as a coherent body of ideas or principle Inquisitive seeking knowledge from many sources FACTORS THAT HINDER CRITICAL THINKING Background Beliefs is to distinguish between beliefs about matter of fact and belief about values Faulty Reasoning means improper or mistake in reasoning Group Loyalty a devotion to a person, country, group, or cause. Philosophers disagree on what can be an object of loyalty as some argue that loyalty is strictly interpersonal and only other human beings can be the object of loyalty. Frozen Mind-Set Individuals with frozen minds reach frozen solutions. Emotional Baggage is an everyday expression that correlates with many varied but similar concepts within social science, self help movement and others BECOMING A CRITICAL THINKER Humility the quality or condition of being humble; modest opinion or estimate of one's own importance, rank, etc. Respect for Others Respecting the opinions of others Self-Awareness conscious knowledge of one's own character, feelings, motives, and desires. Honing your Skills Practice makes perfect