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National College Credit Recommendation Service

Board of Regents  |  University of the State of New York

Arnot Ogden Medical Center (Dr. Earl D. Smith) School of Radiologic Technology | Evaluated Learning Experience

Introduction to Radiologic Technology and Medical Ethics

Length: 

Version 1 and 2: Minimum of 30 hours (approximately 20 weeks). Version 3: Minimum of 42 hours (approximately 20 weeks). 

Location: 
Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Roe Avenue, Elmira, NY.
Dates: 

Version 1: September 1974 - July 2008. Version 2: August 2008 - September 2023. Version 3: October 2023 - Present.

Instructional delivery format: 
Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: 

Version 1 and 2: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: describe the history of radiographs; define key terms related to physics and techniques of radiography; identify ethical and medicolegal considerations involved in patient care; discuss the responsibilities and relationships of all personnel within a health care institution; and describe diversity and stress management techniques. Version 3: Students will be able to: discuss policies outlined in the Student Handbook; describe the health care profession, accreditation, certification, and licensure; discuss the history of radiologic technology and define key terms of x-ray; distinguish between components of the x-ray tube and properties of x-rays; identify the nature of x-rays, conditions required for x-rays and the interactions that produce them; define legal terminology; differentiate between written, implied, express, and inadequate consent; discuss human diversity, culture, and Kohlberg's Theory on individual moral behavior; discuss ethical terminology and the Code of Ethics versus the Rules of Ethics; identify ethical philosophies and principles of patients' rights; distinguish between non-verbal, submissive, assertive, and aggressive behavior; use effective communication skills; and identify stressful situations and ways to reduce stress. 

Instruction: 

Version 1, 2, and 3: Major topics include: the history of radiography; fundamental physics and techniques; professional development; ethics; medico legal considerations; and interpersonal relationships.

Credit recommendation: 

Version 1: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Allied Health Sciences or Radiography (12/80) (12/88 revalidation) (9/93 revalidation) (10/98 revalidation) (10/03 revalidation). Version 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Allied Health Sciences or Radiography (10/08 revalidation) (10/13 revalidation) (10/18 revalidation). Version 3: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Allied Health Sciences or Radiography (10/23 revalidation). 

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