RSR 107 - Radiographic Patient Care

3 credits

A study and practice of the skills necessary to provide supportive care for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients who are having medical imaging procedures performed. Studies will include vital signs, oxygen administration, venipuncture, body mechanics, patient assessment skills, care of patients in trauma and critical situations, universal precautions, basic pharmacology, drug administration, performance of ECG’s, patient education, and customer service techniques. RSR 107 is offered in the eight-week summer session. [SUMMER] Course Fee. Four hours lecture and discussion, four hours lab per week.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Radiologic Sciences Program.