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RTH 218 - Radiation Oncology

Credits: 3
3 Lecture Hours

Prerequisites: RTH 102  or RTH 203  
Co-requisites: RTH 201  or RTH 213  

Description
In this course students investigate malignant disease by anatomical systems with emphasis on epidemiology, etiology, risk factors, symptoms, detection, diagnosis, histology, staging and grading, spread patterns (especially lymphatic involvement), treatment options, prognosis and outcomes.  This course requires a per credit health career fee; check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:

  1. Define terminology related to the field of oncology.
  2. Discriminate characteristics of malignant and benign neoplasms.
  3. Explain the process of carcinogenesis.
  4. Analyze the epidemiology and etiology of numerous malignant tumors.
  5. Distinguish risk factors associated with various neoplasms.
  6. Classify malignant tumors according to histopathology, stage and grade.
  7. Discuss typical spread patterns for numerous malignant tumors.
  8. Summarize treatment options for numerous neoplasms.
  9. Associate prognostic factors with numerous malignant tumors.
  10. Research clinical elements of a clinical patient to present a case study analysis.
Listed Topics
  1. Types and characteristics of benign and malignant neoplasms
  2. Risk factors for various types of cancer
  3. Preventative measures for reducing risk
  4. Detection and diagnostic procedures
  5. Grading and staging of malignant tumors
  6. Treatment options and the multi-disciplinary approach to treatment
  7. Spread patterns of malignant tumors: lymphatic, blood-borne, direct extension, seeding
  8. Performance scales: Karnofsky, Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG)
  9. Prognostic factors
  10. Survival statistics and outcomes
Reference Materials
Required textbooks, power point handouts, miscellaneous handouts.
Students who successfully complete this course acquire general knowledge, skills and abilities that align with CCAC’s definition of an educated person. Specifically, this course fulfills these General Education Goals:
  • Communication
  • Information Literacy
Approved By: Dr. Quintin B. Bullock Date Approved: 2/10/2023
Last Reviewed: 2/10/2023


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