Prepare for your radiography certification exam with this comprehensive 16-hour course designed for graduates or soon-to-graduate students from a radiography program. Delivered through engaging lectures, this course covers essential topics in patient care, radiation safety, image production, and procedural techniques. Ideal for those seeking to strengthen their knowledge and enhance clinical practice, the course aligns with ARRT content specifications and assists in your preparation for both the certification exam and real-world scenarios.
Key Highlights:
- Patient Care Mastery: Learn effective communication, patient preparation, monitoring, and safety protocols.
- Radiation Safety Expertise: Understand the principles of radiation physics, biological effects, and best practices for radiation protection.
- Image Production Excellence: Gain proficiency in image acquisition, evaluation, equipment operation, and quality assurance.
- Procedural Precision: Master patient positioning, anatomy recognition, and adaptation techniques for diverse clinical scenarios.
- Emergency Preparedness: Develop critical skills to respond effectively to medical emergencies during imaging procedures.
Who Should Attend:
This course is designed for students preparing for the ARRT certification exam, and healthcare professionals seeking continuing education.
Course Delivery:
- Duration: 16 hours
- Format: Live
Enhance your expertise, improve patient outcomes, and achieve your certification goals with this essential review course. The course includes a workbook with review content, content specification area questions, as well as a mock exam review. After completion of the course, learners will have access to the lecture recording for up to 90 days.
Upon completing this course, participants will achieve the following learning outcomes:
Patient Care:
- Establish effective communication with patients, use clear and age-appropriate language to explain procedures and obtain cooperation, and employ therapeutic techniques to address patient anxiety, cultural differences, and special needs
- Obtain and document patient history, and respect patient rights, privacy, and confidentiality
- Prepare patients for imaging procedures, including proper attire, positioning, and removal of artifacts
- Safely position patients and assess their readiness for imaging procedures
- Monitor patients' physical and emotional status before, during, and after procedures and respond to signs of distress
- Safely prepare and administer contrast media while monitoring for adverse reactions
- Adapt care to meet the needs of diverse patient populations, such as pediatric, geriatric, and special needs patients, and show sensitivity to patients experiencing trauma or abuse
Emergency Response:
- Recognize signs and symptoms of medical emergencies, perform basic life support techniques, and administer first aid for minor injuries
- Communicate effectively with emergency personnel and follow facility protocols for reporting emergencies
Radiation Safety:
- Understand principles of x-ray production, interactions with matter, and factors affecting x-ray beam quality
- Understand biological effects of radiation exposure, including stochastic and deterministic effects
- Implement radiation protection practices, including the principles of ALARA, use of PPE, and patient shielding
Image Production:
- Explain principles of x-ray image production and factors affecting image quality
- Analyze radiographic images for artifacts and anatomical accuracy, and evaluate images for penetration, density, and contrast
- Operate radiographic equipment safely and effectively
- Apply quality assurance protocols to maintain equipment performance and ensure optimal image quality
Procedures:
- Demonstrate proficiency in patient positioning, use of topographic landmarks, and alignment of central ray
- Understand anatomical, physiological, and pathological aspects relevant to x-ray imaging
- Adapt procedures to accommodate patient-specific factors and clinical conditions
- Evaluate radiographic images for diagnostic quality and accuracy
This program provides AHRA Category A continuing education credit for radiologic technologists recognized by the ARRT and various licensure states. You must attend the entire program to receive your certificate of completion
Dominique R. Gomez ,MSRS, BSRS, RT(R)(CT)
Dominique Gomez, MSRS, BSRS, RT(R)(CT) is a highly skilled diagnostic radiographer and computed tomography specialist with 15 years of experience in radiologic technology, radiation control, and quality assurance. She holds a Master of Science in Radiologic Sciences (MSRS) and is currently pursuing a doctorate in Organizational Leadership at Abilene Christian University. As a dedicated educator and mentor, Dominique is passionate about trauma care, advanced imaging, and student success. She has served as a clinical instructor and program coordinator, excelling in curriculum development, critical thinking facilitation, and online learning environments. Her research-driven teaching philosophy emphasizes mentorship, leadership, and integrity, ensuring that students gain the knowledge and confidence needed to excel in their careers. With a strong background in educational leadership and innovation, Dominique thrives in both collaborative and independent settings, demonstrating adaptability, a commitment to lifelong learning, and a passion for advancing the field of radiology. She is dedicated to enhancing patient care, fostering professional growth, and upholding the highest standards of academic excellence.
