RAD106: PATIENT CARE AND PHARMACOLOGY

Subject Area
Credits 4
Clock Hours
60
Lecture Hours 20 Lab Hours 40
Content provides the concepts of optimal patient care, including consideration for the physical and psychological needs of the patient and family. Routine and emergency patient care procedures are described, as well as infection control procedures using standard precautions. The role of the radiographer in patient education is identified. Content provides basic concepts of pharmacology, venipuncture and administration of diagnostic contrast agents and intravenous medications. The appropriate delivery of patient care during these procedures is emphasized.
Prerequisites
None