RATEC 230 - Quality Assurance

2 CR

Presents theory and practice for operating a successful quality assurance program in a diagnostic radiology department. Students discuss the importance of quality control with respect to health care costs, radiation exposure to patients, and improvement of the diagnostic quality of images.

Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program or permission of instructor.

Course Outcomes

State the quality control factors recommended by accrediting bodies and develop a quality control testing program for your department.
Identify quality control guidelines for diagnostic x-ray equipment and describe the tests accomplished to maintain consistent x-ray production.
Identify job satisfaction as a factor affecting image quality and list factors effecting job satisfaction in a Radiologic workplace.
Evaluate a clinical site for quality control and job satisfaction and present recommendations for improvement.
Identify elements in the continuous quality management model.
Prepare your continuing education plan.

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