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2. Demonstrates knowledge of
the risk benefit analysis
involved in the practice of
radiography
3. Demonstrates knowledge of
the use of medical
terminology as it relates to
radiography
• Selection of appropriate imaging studies is
based on consideration of all relevant risks.
• Justifies each imaging procedure, seeking
further information from the referring
clinician as required.
• Provides accurate, pertinent information to
patients about radiation safety.
• Remains mindful of the duty to limit the
radiation exposure to patients.
• Understands and applies terminology
relating to anatomical position, planes and
orientations of the body.
• Understands and applies terminology
relating to the manner in which images are
acquired
• Interprets a radiological request form,
understanding all terminology used, and
how it relates to the radiological series
performed.
Element 2: Demonstrates a broad and relevant knowledge of physical sciences as it
relates to Medical imaging
Indicators
Cues
1. Demonstrates knowledge of the
physical principles of medical
imaging
2. Demonstrates knowledge of
principles of radiation dosimetry
3. Demonstrates knowledge of
equipment and instrumentation
and their principles, application
and limitations
• Understands the effects of the interactions
of x-rays with matter and how this
contributes to image formation
• Understands the physics of x-ray
generation and its uses in the various
imaging modalities.
• Understands the principles of image
formation and associated imaging
modalities including MRI, CT and PET
• Understands and interprets the importance
of radiation dose.
• Adapts and modifies exposure factors
based on the variables present in any given
situation.
• Ensures that the appropriate exposure for
the area being examined is used.
• Identifies all components of the imaging
system.
• Understands the function of each item of
equipment with regards to image
production.
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