Competency information

Details

View and identify key anatomical landmarks and abnormal pathology related to the relevant body systems on images obtained using ionising and/or non-ionising imaging media.

Considerations

  • Relevant health and safety policies for the imaging department for the safe use of ionising and non-ionising imaging equipment.
  • Key anatomical landmarks appropriate to the investigation.
  • Normal and abnormal images.
  • How different imaging tests contribute to the holistic approach in the diagnosis and management of relevant common conditions.
  • Choice of test equipment and the safety, calibration and quality assurance checks required for diagnostic imaging equipment services.
  • The selection of a particular imaging modality in preference to another.
  • Key research and development areas that are likely to translate to improvements in imaging technique.
  • The range of equipment within the scope of learning, its use, application and limitations.
  • The strengths and weaknesses of each imaging modality within relevant care pathways.

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 3 Outcome Identify key anatomical landmarks on images obtained using ionising and non-ionising imaging media in the investigation of patients with cardiovascular, respiratory, sleep OR with gastrointestinal and lower urinary tract (LUT) disorders OR conditions resulting in referral to audiology, neurophysiology, or ophthalmic and vision science services, and describe the limitations and impact of results on patient diagnosis, treatment and care.