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Dec 26, 2024
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RTT 204C - Clinical Radiation Therapy 1
Credits: 4
24 Clinical Hours
Prerequisites: ARRT Registry in Radiography or BS Degree with Radiation Oncology Clinical Experience.
Co-requisites: RTT 203 , PHY 125
Description
This course will be conducted in a clinical facility where, under direct supervision, the certificate student will gain training and experience in radiation therapy techniques and in the operation of radiation therapy equipment. This course requires a per credit health career fee; check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate. Students will be charged for radiation badges.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:
- Perform basic knowledge/skill treatment competencies.
- Perform advanced knowledge/skill treatment competencies.
- Perform basic knowledge/skill simulation competencies.
- Perform advanced knowledge/skill simulation competencies.
- Access and interpret patient’s treatment chart.
- Utilize good body mechanics in assisting patients.
- Demonstrate radiation protection and safety techniques.
- Construct beam fabrication shields.
- Interpret pertinent blood value reports.
- Assess patient daily for treatment readiness.
- Complete patient case study reports.
- Perform morning warm and quality assurance procedures.
Listed Topics
- Equipment and Computers
- Patient Charting
- Evaluations and Competencies
- Treatment Planning
- Radiation Safety and Quality Assurance
- Quiz Requirements
- Case Study Requirements
Reference Materials
Clinical Oncology, American Cancer Society
Clinical Forms
Timecards and Logs
Case Study Outlines
Quiz Outlines
Approved By: Sutin, Stewart Date Approved: 11/08/2006
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