RDI-30009 - Module Specification
School of Allied Health Professions
Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences

Programme/Approved Electives for 2024/25

Available as a Free Standing Elective

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

BSc (Hons) Radiography (Diagnostic Imaging) programme levels 4&5

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2024/25

This module is the clinical placement module for the third year, the student will complete assessments in the areas of adapted technique in general radiography, CT head and theatre radiography

The module aims to enable the student to develop and reflect upon their personal and professional behaviour within a clinical setting and modify appropriately behaviours and techniques in light of their learning with reduced supervision for a level 6 student. With the support of Practice Educators, the student will develop radiographic knowledge and skills in a relevant external setting to include General Radiography, Theatre Radiography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Computed Tomography (CT). Focusing specifically on adaptive technique, Computed Tomography Head and body scans and Fluoroscopy imaging within the assessment structure and undertaking these examinations using evidence-based practice and appropriate radiographic interventions. Interprofessional education will also be covered.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Reflect upon the factors that inform and affect interactions with patients, carers and members of the multidisciplinary team and modify academic learning to meet individual patient needs within the practice setting;: 1,2,3,4
Classify verbal and written information and prioritise it appropriately in terms of its relation to patient management and record keeping;: 1,2,3,4
Plan and implement safe diagnostic imaging in general radiography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) , Computed Tomography (CT) and radiography in the theatre setting.: 3,4,5
Differentiate between common diagnoses, pathologies and the effectiveness of different radiological investigations for diagnosis using clinical reasoning skills.: 2,3,4
Appraise own strengths and areas for development and choose the appropriate individuals from whom to seek help;: 1,3,4
Identify and implement the Society of Radiographers Code of Professional Conduct and the Health and Care Professions Council Guidance on Conduct and Ethics for Students within this practice experience.: 1,2,3,4
Show the principles of autonomy of practice, leadership and management in the clinical setting: 1,2,3,4

Study hours

Active Learning Hours:
~10 hours preparation for practice
~2 hours lectures,
~13 hours preparing online portfolio
~15 hours practical sessions
Independent study
~9.5 hours viva prep, 0.5 hour viva
~10 hours assessment prep,
~10 hours self directed study
487.5 placement hours to meet professional body requirements (13 weeks x 37.5 hours)

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment