RADR 1309 - Introduction to Radiography and Patient Care
An overview of the historical development of radiography, basic radiation protection, an introduction to medical terminology, ethical and legal issues for healthcare professionals, and an orientation to the profession and to the health care system. Patient assessment, infection control procedures, emergency and safety procedures, communication and patient interaction skills, and basic pharmacology are also included.
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 3.0
General Core Curriculum Course is also Corequisite
Acceptable scores in college readiness exam and Program Entrance Exam, completion of the required minimum 11 hours of academic prerequisite courses, attendance at a program information meeting; pre-entrance health exam, documentation of required immunizations, pass drug screen, pass criminal background check, documentation of CPR for Healthcare Providers from American Heart Association.
