Advanced Methods in Diagnostic Imaging I

Theoretical-practical classes, expository, with interaction of students in order to make known the procedures adopted foreffective performance of CT exams.
The practical component, performed in a hospital context, provides for the performance of CT procedures, with a view to theeffective execution of exams, focusing on all stages of the procedures under study, from the preparation of the patient to theclinical procedure, preparation of the examination, indications and contraindications and administration of contract products.These procedures will be performed using an anthropomorphic phantom and will focus on all anatomical segments of thehuman body.
The evaluation will be carried out by frequency, written test, and practical exam in the context of clinical practice. In bothevaluation components, it is mandatory to obtain a minimum grade, 10 points.

The student must acquire knowledge, skills and competences related to:
• The practice and manipulation of Computed Tomography devices.
• The methodologies related with performing Computed Tomography.
• The completion of a more correct procedure according to clinical information
The student must acquire skills:
• Act according to the recommendations from the patient preparation until the end of the procedure.

• Understand the purpose and specificity of each procedure and the selection of the exposure parameters
The student must acquire competences of:
• Good conduct in relation to the patient according to assumptions of professional ethics
• Perform x-rays, fulfilling the criteria of positioning, inclusion and quality
• Evaluate its procedures with critical spirit and compares them with the described in recommendations
• Use good practices of Radiological Protection

Realization of Computed Tomography of the limbs, thorax, abdomen, neck, spine and skull.
Optimization of protocols without neglecting the placement criteria, inclusion, quality protection and safety.
Different types of contrast used in Computed Tomography.
Intervention procedures using Computed Tomography.
n hospital context, under the direct supervision of a advisor, students will be encouraged to simulate peer attitudes andprocedures.
Will be simulated and performing Computed Tomography exams complying with the following assumptions:
• Apply radiological protection standards in relation to the patient and yourself
• Identify the data in the registration and verification system
• Identify the most appropriate procedures according to clinical information
• Use equipment and other specific materials
• Position and select display parameters
• Perform with skill and accuracy all procedures
• Ensure quality and Radiological Protection.

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