NMTEC 230 - Clinical Education I

10 CR

First course in a five-course clinical internship sequence. Includes beginner-level skill development and knowledge building in areas that are related to patient care, imaging, computer analysis, instrumentation, quality control, hot lab procedures, and safety practice, under strict supervision of licensed technologists. Focuses are on team participation and on ethical and professional behaviors in the clinic including HIPAA requirements. Prerequisite: Acceptance into program.

Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program.

Course Outcomes

Operate a gamma camera, with emphasis on accuracy of data entry, safety of patients, and proper care of equipment.
Perform a limited number of routine nuclear medicine procedures, including identifying the radiopharmaceutical; stating the indications, imaging protocol, and patient history required; and providing an effective explanation of the procedure to the patient.
Demonstrate by both words and actions a basic understanding of the principles of radiation safety and infection control.
Discuss routine patient care, including safe transfer, attention to physical needs, need for confidentiality, and appropriate attitudes.
Demonstrate appropriate attitudes and behaviors relative to co-workers, including teamwork, compliance with department rules, self-control, and acceptance of criticism.
Demonstrate an ability to apply classroom information to clinical situations.
Assess his/her progress in assimilating into the working group at the clinical site.

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