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Radiography of the Chest, Bony Thorax, and Soft Tissues of the Neck

Radiography > Radiography Procedures
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This module teaches you how to prepare for, set up and acquire radiographic projections of the chest, bony thorax and soft tissue of the neck and upper airways.

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An X-ray of the chest is a very common examination, either to look for abnormalities or for checking the position of invasive lines and tubes. This module teaches you how to prepare for, set up and acquire radiographic projections of the chest, bony thorax and soft tissue of the neck and upper airways. Including both practice and test modes, the online simulator offers three different patient scenarios.  This module offers students and practitioners the knowledge, cognitive skills and a safe practice environment to perform these procedures accurately and with confidence in preparation for working with patients. If you are studying for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists® (ARRT) registry exams, this module is ideal.

You’ll learn

  • to practice, perfect and test your skills in obtaining X-rays of the chest, bony thorax and soft tissue of the neck and upper airways
  • to better visualize and understand the anatomy of chest, bony thorax and soft tissue of the neck and upper airways, and surrounding structures, with our 3D anatomical model
  • to identify common pathologies of chest, bony thorax and soft tissue of the neck and upper airways and their signs and symptoms
  • how to manage the requirements of trauma and pediatric patients requiring radiographs of the chest, bony thorax and soft tissue of the neck and upper airways
  • how to position a patient to obtain optimal images of the chest, bony thorax and soft tissue of the neck and upper airways
  • much more (see “content details” for more specific information)
Introduction
Step 1 - Preparation
Step 1.1 - Equipment and room preparation
Step 1.2 - Patient preparation
Step 1.3 - Technologist preparation
Step 2 - Chest Projections
Step 2.1 - Routine projections
Step 2.2 - Trauma
Step 2.3 - Pediatrics
Step 3 - Sternum and Sternoclavicular Joints
Step 3.1 - Sternum
Step 3.2 - Sternoclavicular joints
Step 3.3 - Trauma
Step 3.4 - Pediatrics
Step 4 - Ribs
Step 4.1 - Routine projections
Step 4.2 - Trauma
Step 4.3 - Pediatrics
Step 5 - Upper Airway and Soft Tissues of the Neck
Step 5.1 - Routine projections
Step 5.2 - Trauma
Step 5.3 - Pediatrics
  • Describe indications for radiographic procedures of the chest, bony thorax, and soft tissue neck/upper airway
  • Describe and utilize radiographic positioning terminology
  • Discuss anatomical details of the chest, bony thorax, and soft tissue neck/upper airway
  • Discuss chest, bony thorax, and soft tissue neck/upper airway protocols
  • Describe positioning criteria and anatomical landmarks for chest, bony thorax, and soft tissue neck/airway projections
  • Discuss the radiographic requirements for chest, bony thorax, and soft tissue neck/upper airway with regards to trauma and pediatric patients
  • Analyze radiographs for quality and correct positioning criteria
  • Discuss chest, bony thorax, and soft tissue neck/upper airway pathology, and identify what signs and symptoms relate to that pathology
  • Explain the Patient's Bill of Rights, HIPAA Privacy Rule (HIPAA), and Patient Safety Act (see reference)

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The SIMTICS modules are all easy to use and web-based. This means they are available at any time as long as the learner has an internet connection. No special hardware or other equipment is required, other than a computer mouse for use in the simulations. Each of the SIMTICS modules covers one specific procedure or topic in detail. Each module contains:

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  • a step by step video demonstration by an expert
  • a quiz
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