Course Number and Title:
NMT 211 Scan Reading I
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: NMT 201 and NMT 224 and NMT 295
Co-requisites
Corequisite: NMT 202 and NMT 223 and NMT 296
Course Credits and Hours
1 credit(s)
0 lecture hours/week
3 lab hours/week
Course Description
This course covers the review and interpretation of nuclear medicine studies and how they contribute to patient diagnosis.
Additional Materials
Nuclear Medicine Program Policy Manual Allied Health/Science Department Program Student Policy Manual
Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)
- Evaluate, identify, and interpret all organ images. (CCC 6; PGC 1)
- Assess, analyze, and choose the proper imaging protocols and computer analysis for each study. (PGC 1)
- Explain the interpretive diagnosis for each study. (CCC 2; PGC 3)
See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.
Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)
Upon completion of this course, the student will:
- Evaluate, identify, and interpret all organ images.
- Identify and choose the correct anatomical position used in the body's reference systems.
- Identify surface landmarks and references.
- Differentiate among transverse, sagittal, and coronal images.
- Explain the biodistribution of the radiopharmaceutical and its target organ.
- Assess, analyze, and choose the proper imaging protocols and computer analysis for each study.
- Identify or apply the correct matrix sizes for all dynamic and static images.
- Explain preset time and preset count for each study.
- Analyze, determine, and select each computer analysis used for each procedure.
- Appraise the quality of images obtained or provided.
- Explain the interpretive diagnosis for each study.
- Combine all basic anatomy and physiology in final diagnoses.
- Define terminology associated with specific pathologies and disease classifications and how they relate to the study.
- Discuss probable pathologies and their image quality.
- Compare computed tomography (CT) anatomy with positron emission tomography (PET) images.
Evaluation Criteria/Policies
The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:
| 90-100 |
= |
A |
| 80-89 |
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B |
| 70-79 |
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C |
| 0-69 |
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F |
Students should refer to the
Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.
Program Graduate Competencies (PGCs are the competencies every graduate will develop specific to his or her major)
- Integrate principles of theoretical knowledge and demonstrate entry-level skills pertaining to nuclear medicine in-vivo and in-vitro procedures, radiation safety, quality control, quality assurance, NRC regulations, patient care, radiopharmaceutical preparation and administration, instrumentation and medical informatics.
- Perform all entry-level procedural computer analysis.
- Exhibit critical thinking and problem solving skills during the practice of nuclear medicine.
- Abide by the profession's code of ethics as stated in the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Boards (NMTCB).
- Competently perform all in-vivo and in-vitro procedures.
- Exhibit verbal, nonverbal, and written communication skills during patient care, research, and professional scope of practice.
Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)
- Apply clear and effective communication skills.
- Use critical thinking to solve problems.
- Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
- Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
- Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
- Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.
Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability
We value all individuals and provide an inclusive environment that fosters equity and student success. The College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the campus Disabilities Support Counselor to request an accommodation needed due to a disability. The College's policy on accommodations for persons with disabilities can be found in the College's Guide to Requesting Academic Accommodations and/or Auxiliary Aids Students may also access the Guide and contact information for Disabilities Support Counselors through the Student Resources web page under Disabilities Support Services, or visit the campus Advising Center.