RDI-30023 - 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

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2024/25

This module is the clinical placement module for the third year of the BSc Radiography (Diagnostic Imaging) apprentice route, the apprentice will complete assessments in the areas of in General Radiography, CT head and Theatre Radiography. The apprentice will reflect on these learning experiences.

To enable the apprentice to develop and reflect upon their personal and professional behaviour in a clinical setting and modify appropriately in light of their learning with adequate supervision.
With the support of Practice Educators, the apprentice will develop Radiography knowledge and skills in a relevant external setting to include General Radiography, Theatre Radiography and Computed Tomography (CT). Focusing specifically on adaptive technique, Computed Tomography Head scans and Fluoroscopy imaging and undertaking these examinations using evidence-based practice and Radiography 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 behaviour to meet individual patient needs.: 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, Computed Tomography (CT) Head imaging and Fluoroscopy: 1,2,3,4
Differentiate between common diagnoses, pathologies and the effectiveness of different radiological investigations for diagnosis using simple clinical reasoning skills: 1,3,4
Appraise own strengths and areas for development and choose the appropriate individuals from whom to seek help: 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 Apprentice within this practice experience: 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:
~2 hours scheduled Lectures
~8 hours asynchronous teaching
Independent study:
~30 hours independent study for preparation for assessments
~5 hours non-directed tutorial preparation
~30 hours self-directed assessment preparation.
225 hours placement (6 x 37.5hours)

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment