Radiologist Assistant Curriculum - American Society of Radiologic ...

Patient Assessment, Management and Education
Description
Content reinforces the use of the clinical thinking model to aid in patient assessment that
includes interviewing skills and assessment techniques. The focus is on the application of
anatomy and physiology and pathophysiology knowledge to assist in patient assessment and
management.
Prerequisite or Corequisite
It is required that radiologist assistants possess or obtain certification in advanced cardiac life
support (ACLS) in support of their role in the patient care setting.
Objectives
1. Apply radiologic clinical analysis process in the patient care setting.
2. Conduct interviews to confirm and document a patient’s medical history.
3. Perform a physical assessment of the patient undergoing radiologic procedures and
document findings.
4. Obtain and analyze a patient’s vital signs.
5. Document initial observations made during an examination and contribute to the planning
and management of the patient.
6. Participate in patient education.
7. Adapt communications techniques to address patient needs.
8. Review patient medical data for indications and alterations in patient procedure.
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