Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Rentgenology and Radiology
Course Code
RAK_007
Branch of Science
Clinical medicine; Roentgenology and Radiology
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Nursing Science
LQF
Level 6
Study Type And Form
Full-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Līga Jaunozoliņa
Structure Unit Manager
Ardis Platkājis
Structural Unit
Department of Radiology
Contacts
Riga, Hipokrāta Street 2, Room 1002, rak@rsu.lv, +371 67547139
About Study Course
Objective
To develop understanding of the physical basis of various radiological examination methods, such as radiography, ultrasonography, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, angiography, scintigraphy, positron emission tomography, basics of image interpretation, diagnostic possibilities, as well as clinical indications and contraindications. Understand their use and possibilities in most common pathology diagnostics.
Preliminary Knowledge
Basics of physics, human normal anatomy, physiology, pathology.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Upon completion of the course students are familiar with radiological methods, resolution capabilities, indications for the examinations. Understand the ionising radiation and it’s biological effect.
Skills
1.Students are able to recognise the radiological images of organs; see the pathological changes and recognise the most frequent diseases in general radiological images.
Competences
1.Students are able to analyse radiological descriptions and images, can recognise the most frequent diseases and their radiological signs.
Assessment
Individual work
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Independent preparation for lessons using methodological materials and literature sources available in e-studies. Independent completion of lesson tests.
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Examination
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Examination |
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The final evaluation of the study course consists of 3 parts: attendance of classes (15%) + average rating of class tests (35%) + evaluation of the final test (50%). Class attendance is mandatory.
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Lecture
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Location
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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History of radiology. Basics of X-ray diagnosis. Physical properties of X-rays. Basic X-ray acquisition. Principles of X-ray image formation
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Lecture
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Modality
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Radiation physics, biological effect of ionizing radiation, protection, dosimetry
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Lecture
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Modality
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Contact hours
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Basics of ultrasound imaging. Investigation capabilities and limitations. Ultrasound imaging indications and contraindications. Basics of image interpretation
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Lecture
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Modality
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Contact hours
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Fundamentals of computed tomography (CT) scan and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Investigation capabilities and limitations. Imaging indications and contraindications. Basics of image interpretation
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Basics of angiography and interventional radiology
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Lecture
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Modality
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Basics of radiotherapy and nuclear medicine
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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On site
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Specialized room
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4
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Topics
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Radiological diagnosis of traumatic and degenerative diseases of the spine (X-ray and CT). Indications and contraindications
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Specialized room
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4
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Topics
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Radiological diagnosis of musculoskeletal pathologies (trauma, inflammation, degenerative diseases, neoplasms), radiological symptoms of pathological changes, examination algorithms
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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On site
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Specialized room
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4
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Topics
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Radiological diagnosis of abdominal parenchymatous organ pathology (trauma, inflammation), radiological symptoms of pathological changes, examination algorithms
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Specialized room
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4
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Topics
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Radiological diagnosis of chest organ pathology (injuries, inflammation, neoplasms), radiological symptoms of pathological changes, examination algorithms
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Specialized room
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4
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Topics
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Radiological diagnosis (CT) of pathological changes of the brain (trauma, inflammation, neoplasms, demyelinating diseases, vascular diseases). Indications, contraindications, radiological symptoms
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
32 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Radiology 101: The Basics & Fundamentals of Imaging. Smith, Wilbur L.; Farrell, Thomas A. 4th ed. Philadelphia: LWW. 2019.
2.
The Radiology Handbook: A Pocket Guide to Medical Imaging. Benseler, J. S. Series: White Coat Pocket Guide Series. Athens, Ohio: Ohio University Press. 2006. Database: eBook Academic Collection (EBSCOhost) (akceptējams izdevums)
Additional Reading
1.
Chest Radiology: The Essentials. Collins, Jannette; Stern, Eric J. 3rd ed. Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer Health. 2015. Database: eBook Academic Collection (EBSCOhost)
2.
Interventional Radiology. Lorenz, Jonathan; Ferral, Hector. Series: RadCases. New York: Thieme. 2017.
3.
Musculoskeletal Radiology. Garcia, G. Series: RadCases. New York: Thieme. 2010. Database: eBook Academic Collection (EBSCOhost)
4.
Balachandrian. Radiology Interpretation Made Easy: With CD ROM. Jaypee Brothers Medical publishers. 2007.
Other Information Sources
2.
Radiology Assistant