Radiography simulation module

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X-ray imaging of the spine is often used in cases of significant trauma, with elderly patients, or to assist diagnosis of infection, malignancy or abnormality. This module teaches you how to prepare for, set up and obtain radiographic images of the spinal column. Including both practice and test modes, the online procedure simulator offers three different scenarios that might be encountered in a clinical setting. This module offers students and practitioners the knowledge, cognitive skills and a safe practice environment to obtain radiographs of the spinal column accurately, in preparation for working with real X-ray equipment and patients. If you are studying for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists® (ARRT) registry exams, this module is ideal. Discuss indications for radiographic procedures of the cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacrum, and coccyx of the spine Describe and utilize radiographic positioning terminology Describe the anatomical details of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine, and the sacrum and coccyx Discuss cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacrum, and coccyx protocols Describe positioning criteria and anatomical landmarks for each of the cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacrum, and coccyx spine projections Discuss the radiographic requirements for cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacrum, and coccyx with regards to trauma and pediatric patients Analyze the radiographs for quality and correct positioning criteria Discuss pathology of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine, and the sacrum and coccyx