Radiography - nursing at advanced diagnostics, Course,

COURSE SYLLABUS

Radiography - nursing at advanced diagnostics 7.5 credits

Radiografi - omvårdnad vid avancerad diagnostik

First cycle, M0074H

Version

Course syllabus valid: Autumn 2020 Sp 1 - Present

The version indicates the term and period for which this course syllabus is valid. The most recent version of the course syllabus is shown first.

Education level

First cycle

Grade scale

U G VG *

Subject

Medical Science

Subject group (SCB)

Medicine

Entry requirements

In order to meet the general entry requirements for first cycle studies you must have successfully completed upper secondary education and documented skills in English language and The course assumes knowledge equivalent to the courses: M0085H Radiography, basic course I M0086H Radiography, basic course II M0050H Radiation Science and Radiological Modalities M0026H Medical Science: Anatomy and Physiology in position to Radiology M0029H Medical Science: Microbiology, infection control and infection disease M0067H Radigraphy Nursing Interventions in position radiography with Clinical Practice (replaces O0050H) M0070H General Pharmacology, Contrast Agents and Pharmaceutical Calculation (replaces M0052H) M0066H Radiography Nursing techniques in position radiography with Clinical Practice (replaces O0051H) M0088H Medical Science - in-depth studies in anatomy and pathology M0089H Radiography - imaging systems and methods M0064H Scientific specialization in radiography

More information about English language requirements

Selection

The selection is based on 1-165 credits.

Course Aim

The student should, on completion of the course, based on a holistic and ethical approach, have basic knowledge about commonly occurring examinations such as CT, MRI, nuclear medicine and interventions as a basis for future courses, which includes:

Being able to apply methods for information, communication and receiving of patients and their next of kin in connection with advanced diagnostic examination
Describing appropriate measures to minimise or prevent pain/discomfort in the patient
Handling drugs and contrast agents, and informing about their effects and side effects and applying sterilisation treatment in connection with advanced diagnostics
Explaining and applying laws, statutes, regulations and local guidelines in connection with advanced diagnostics.
Formulating a research question from an evidence-based working method, searching, reviewing, assessing, collecting scientific studies and formulating scientifically and applying established writing rules and reference management
Identifying own needs for additional knowledge to develop skills

Contents

Information, treatment and communication
Nursing interventions in connection with advanced diagnostics
Pain and discomfort in connection with advanced diagnostics
Drug and contrast agent management in connection with advanced diagnostics
Laws and regulations
Advanced examination methodology
Scientific approach

Realization

Teaching and learning takes place through own studies, study assignments, introductory and inspirational lectures in selected course sections to achieve the course's goals. Participation in seminars and laboratory work is mandatory. Other types of teaching may occur. Teaching and examinations are carried out via distance bridging technology or on campus.

The content of the course and its teaching methods are specifically aimed at the x-ray nursing profession.

Examination

The course is examined by report writing and seminars. To pass the course, attendance and active participation in seminars are also required. Alternative examinations may occur.

Remarks

This is a first-cycle course. Study supervision is provided in the course room in Canvas.

Transition terms

This course replaces M0071H

Examiner

Kirsi Bohm

Literature. Valid from Autumn 2020 Sp 1 (May change until 10 weeks before course start)

Aspelin, P. & Pettersson, H. (red.) (2008). Radiologi. (1. uppl.) Lund: Studentlitteratur.
Berglund, E. & Jönsson, B. (2007). Medicinsk fysik. (1. uppl.) Lund: Studentlitteratur.
Lampignano, J. & Kendrick, L.E. (2017). Bontrager´s textbook of radiographic positioning and related anatomy. (9th ed.) St. Louis, Mo.: Elsevier/Mosby.
Edberg, A. & Wijk, H. (red.) (senaste upplagan). Omvårdnadens grunder. Hälsa och ohälsa. (1. uppl.) Lund: Studentlitteratur.
Ehrenberg, A., & Wallin, L. (Red.). (senaste upplagan). Omvårdnadens grunder: ansvar och utveckling. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
Ehrlich, R.A. & Coakes, D.M. (senaste upplagan). Patient care in radiography: with an introduction to medical imaging. (8. ed.) St. Louis, Mo.: Elsevier Mosby.
Fossum, B. (Red.). (senaste upplagan). Kommunikation. Samtal och bemötande i vården. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
Friberg, F., & Öhlen, J. (Red.). (senaste upplagan ). Omvårdnadens grunder: perspektiv och förhållningssätt. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
Henricson, M. (senaste upplagan). Vetenskaplig teori och metod. Från idé till examination inom omvårdnad. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
Hietala, S-O. & Åhlström Riklund, K. (red.) (2013). Nuklearmedicin. (2. uppl.) Lund: Studentlitteratur.

Description of competence and professional ethics for radiographers:
http://swedrad.webbsajt.nu/

Reference literature may be added and is stated in the study guide.

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Course offered by

Department of Health, Education and Technology

Modules

Code	Description	Grade scale	HP	Status	From period
0001	Report	U G VG *	3.50	Mandatory	A13
0003	Laboration	U G#	2.00	Mandatory	A13
0004	Seminar	U G#	2.00	Mandatory	A17

Syllabus established

by 18 Feb 2013

Last revised

by 18 Jun 2020

Published:7 November 2013

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