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Course Listings 2017-2018 198 DMI118 2.5 Credits 2.5 Periods Contrast Media Procedures Terminology, gross and radiographic anatomy, procedures and image evaluation related to contrast media procedures. Type, nomenclature, administration, and adverse reaction and pharmacology related to contrast media. Preparation and dosages. Select topics related to surgical radiography. Unique positioning situations. Prerequisites: Admission to the Medical Radiography Program. DMI124 3 Credits 19 Periods Radiography Practicum III Reinforcement and broadening of routine and advanced procedures, portable skills and surgical procedures acquired in earlier practicum. Operation and maintenance of radiographic equipment. Correct use of radiation protection devices. Evaluation of radiographic images. Ethical and professional job-related skills. Prerequisites: Admission to the Medical Radiography Program. DMI204 3 Credits 18 Periods Radiography Practicum IV Supervised student performance of routine radiological procedures, including surgery and portable procedures. Prerequisites: Admission to the Medical Radiography Program. DMI212 1 Credit 1 Period Advanced Radiographic Procedures Physical space imaging equipment and sterile environment required for advanced and interventional radiographic procedures. Types and applications for needles, guide wires, and catheters. Advanced and interventional radiographic procedures. Prerequisites: Admission to the Medical Radiography Program. DMI214 4.5 Credits 29 Periods Radiography Practicum V Reinforcement and broadening of routine and advanced procedures, portable skills and surgical procedures acquired in earlier practicum. Operation and maintenance of radiographic equipment. Correct use of radiation protection devices. Evaluation of radiographic images. Ethical and professional job-related skills. Prerequisites: Admission to the Medical Radiography Program. DMI215 2 Credits 2 Periods Radiation Biology Provide an overview of the principles of the interaction of radiation with living systems. Radiation effects on molecules, cells, tissues and the body as a whole. Factors affecting biological response including acute and chronic effects of radiation. Radiation health and safety requirements of federal and state regulatory agencies, accreditation agencies and health care organizations. Prerequisites: Admission to the Medical Radiography Program. DMI216 1 Credit 1 Period Radiographic Image Evaluation II Systematic procedure for evaluating radiographic images to determine their diagnostic quality. Prerequisites: Admission to the Medical Radiography Program. DMI220 3 Credits 3 Periods Sectional Anatomy Sectional human anatomy in the transverse, sagittal and mid-sagittal coronal planes. Emphasis on the brain, neck, chest, abdomen and pelvic cavity. Prerequisites: Admission to the Medical Radiography Program.

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