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components of a computer system

hardware and software

hardware

physical parts of a computer

software

organized collection of computer data and instructions

purpose of teleradiology

transfer images and patient reports to and from remote sites for interpretation

types of software

application software and system software

application software

uses the computer system to perform special function or provide entertainment functions

system software

directly operates the computer hardware to provide functionality to users

HIS

Hospital information system, manage all the aspects of a hospitals operation

RIS

radiology information system

what information is found in HIS

medical, administrative, financial, legal

what information is found in RIS

patient management, scheduling, patient records, results reporting, image tracking, order exams, complete exams, modify exams, cancel exams

P.A.C.S

picture archiving and communication system

functions of PACS

image interpretation, processing, storage, recall, viewing, network all modalities, network different facilities

benefits of PACS

components of PACS (4)

image acquisition, display system, network, storage systems

computer language

translates the user inputs into a series of 1s and 0s that a computer can undersatnd

common numbering systems

binary or base 2 (1 and 0), decimal or base 10, hexadecimal or base 16

ARRT

american registry of radiologic technologists, develops the examination to determine competency

qualifications fro ARRT

good moral character, graduate from JRCERT accredited program, competency in didactic course work and specified list of clinical procedures, have an associates or higher

Radiography examination

230 questions (200 scored questions, 30 pilot questions), 3 hrs 50 mins to complete, multiple choice, computer based

Radiologic Health Branch

enforces the law and regulations designed to protect the public, radiation workers, and the environment

license in California

Radiologic Technology Certificate (CRT), if you have an ARRT you can apply for the certificate, if not you need to take an exam

purpose of accreditation

assures the public, profession, and students graduate with preparation for the professional practice

institutional accreditation

assess the overall quality and integrity of an institution

specialized accreditation

addresses education endeavors at the program level like specialized modalities

JRCERT

joint review committee on education in radiologic technology, accrediting agency evaluates quality and integrity if individual programs

purpose of professional associations

welfare of its patients members and the profession itself by presenting education and educational opportunities to techs

A.S.R.T

American Society of Radiologic Technology

purpose of ASRT and affiliates

helps present education and educational opportunities to radtechs, provides continuing education opportunities, establishes curriculum, publishes a scientific journal

accreditation definition

peer review process to grant recognition to an institution for a program of study that meets specified criteria

certification

registry

standards

the Joint Commission

Occupational safety and health administration

licensure

CSRT

california society of radiologic technologists, provide leadership for the profession and promote excellent patient care through quality education and legislation, affiliated with ASRT

purpose of continuing education

bridge the gap between entry level formal education and advanced practice needs

how can credits be obtained

seminars, directed readings, home study (modules), in-service educational activities

requirements for ARRT renewal

renewed annually, 24 CE credits every 2 years

requirement for California renewal

renewed biennially with proof of 24 CE credits

ARRT’s Continuing Qualification Requirement

on or after jan 1, 2011 must complete ARRT continuing qualifications requirements every ten years, test given to determine weaknesses and a plan will be developed to refresh your understanding and abilities

purpose of scope of practice

sets the parameters and boundaries of a practice

Radiographers scope of practice (5)

applying ALARA to minimize exposure to yourself, patient, and others,

applying patient safety and patient care,

post processing data,

preparing patient for procedures,

verifying archival storage of data

modalities that radiographers may consider with additional training (5)

CT, IR, BD, M, VI

jobs positions with the Diagnostic Imaging Department (5)

director, management, techs, clerks, transport

organizational structure of the diagnostic imaging department

hospital board, hospital administration, radiology administration, director of school, program faculty, students

radiology/hospital team concept of equality

all members of the program, department and team are of equal importance, their jobs, functions and duties are of equal importance

critical thinking

creative action based on professional knowledge and experience involving judgment applied with high ethical standards and integrity

steps in critical thinking (4)

identify the problem, investigate the problem, formulate solutions to the problem, select the best solution

major components of becoming a Critical Thinker

humility, respect for others, self awareness, honing your skills

humility

take a humble approach and be open to learning

respect for others

learning to respect the opinion of others

self awareness

aware of your own standards and ethical values to make decisions and act responsibly

honing your skills

practice makes perfect, it will help develop your skills

(BD)

bone densitometry

(BS)

breast sonography

(CI)

cardiac interventional radiography

(CV)

cardiovascular interventional radiography

(CT)

computed tomography

(MR)

magnetic resonance imaging

(M)

mammography

(N)

nuclear medicine technology

(QM)

quality management

(T)

Radiation therapy

(R)

radiography

(R.R.A)

registered radiologist assistant

(S)

sonography

(VI)

vascular interventional radiography

(VS)

vascular sonography