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Radiologist Mentored Clinical Experience Description Mentored clinical experience is the cornerstone in the development of the radiologist assistant. RA students work closely with radiologist mentors to maximize the learning opportunities available in the clinical environment. It is recognized that no two diagnostic imaging centers will be exactly the same. The RA student and radiologist mentor collaborate to establish goals and expectations for this portion of the curriculum. A clear understanding of the degree of autonomy in the performance of diagnostic/ therapeutic procedures and the assistant’s contribution to the radiologist’s final diagnosis of these procedures is essential to the clinical experience. 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. Demonstrate competence in performing diagnostic/therapeutic procedures under the supervision of a radiologist mentor. 2. Provide initial observations and outcomes of examinations performed for review, interpretation and approval by the radiologist mentor. 3. Assess, evaluate and formulate priorities in daily practice. 4. Establish patient-centered clinically effective service delivery strategies. 5. Implement and perform diagnostic/therapeutic procedures adhering to accepted departmental, institutional, governmental and professional standards. 6. Assess and evaluate the patient’s status and condition prior to, during and after diagnostic/ therapeutic procedures. 7. Apply the principles of radiation protection standards. 8. Apply principles of quality improvement. 9. Establish appropriate and effective written, oral and nonverbal communication with patient, family, health care providers and the public. 10. Respect and recognize the clinical significance of the patient’s personal beliefs and values for adaptation to procedure protocols. 11. Function within the radiologist assistant scope of practice and practice standards in accordance with state regulations and institutional policies. 12. Assess and evaluate psychological and physical changes in the patient’s condition and formulate appropriate actions. 13. Appraise cultural and age differences that influence patient compliance with procedural requirements. 14. Interact with the patient and family in a manner that provides the desired psychosocial support. 15. Document care in the patient’s medical record in accordance with institutional and legal guidelines. 75 © Copyright 2011 by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists. All rights reserved.
Appendix A The following is supplemental information to link core instructional content to the application of knowledge and activities in clinical practice. 76 © Copyright 2011 by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists. All rights reserved.
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Pathophysiology A rich appreciation
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