DMI 131 - Patient Care and Procedures I

3-3-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

DMI 131 is the first of three sequential courses covering patient care and procedures topics. Students will be introduced to radiographic terminology and positioning techniques of the chest, abdomen, upper extremity and lower extremity. The course covers application of image production factors and radiation protection standards. Students learn patient care skills in monitoring vital signs, care of medical equipment, body mechanics, patient transfer, infection control and precautionary techniques with respect to the radiology patient. The course also includes Clinical Objective Evaluation (COE) of respective patient care activities and radiographic procedures. 

Additional Course Fees: $180

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better

Co-requisites

DMI 105, DMI 119, DMI 181, and DMI 196