VETT 1070 Syllabus
Subject Code
VETT
Course Number
1070
Course Title
Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging
Prerequisites
VETT 2130 with a grade of C or higher
Corequisites
Terms Offered
Offered Summer
Credit Hours
(2-3-3)
Course Description
This course introduces the knowledge required to perform radiologic procedures applicable to veterinary care. Instructors will place emphasis on the production of quality radiographs, and laboratory experiences will demonstrate the application of theoretical principles and concepts. Topics include radiation safety, radiographic procedures, quality control, processing and record keeping, ultrasonography, alternate imaging, and maintenance. Students must pay a $30 supply fee and a $50 radiation badge fee when registering for this course.
Course Outcomes
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Radiation safety
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Description
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1
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Discuss radiation safety.
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2
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Implement and observe recommended radiation safety measures.
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Radiographic procedures
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Order
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1
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Position animal patients for taking routine radiographs.
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2
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Use radiographic equipment to expose x-ray film.
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3
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Use technique charts.
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4
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Develop radiographic technique charts.
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5
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Demonstrate an understanding of dental radiography procedures.
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6
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Describe and perform radiographic techniques used in screening for canine hip dysplasia.
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7
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Describe and perform radiographic contrast studies (e.g. GI series, pneumocystogram, intravenous urogram)
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Quality control
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Order
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1
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Implement radiographic quality control measures.
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Processing and record keeping
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Order
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1
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Process exposed film to create diagnostic radiographic images.
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2
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Label, file and store x-ray film.
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3
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Complete radiographic logs, reports, files and records.
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Ultrasonography
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Order
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1
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Discuss the basic principles of ultrasonography.
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2
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Perform /describe standard animal patient positioning and preparation for abdominal ultrasonography.
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Alternative imaging
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Order
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1
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Demonstrate an understanding of fluoroscopy, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, and nuclear scintigraphy.
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Maintenance
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1
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Demonstrate proper maintenance of radiographic equipment.
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