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Course Description
Spine radiography is one of the most fundamental aspects of a radiologic technologist’s job. Whether assessing injury or disease, spine radiography has a wide range of indications and applications. This course reviews basic spinal anatomy, radiologic landmarks, technical and exposure factors, and patient care principles. Basic and selected special positions and projections of the spine are covered in detail with positioning illustrations and image evaluation criteria. This course also covers bone and spinal cord diseases and injuries and provides an integral review of radiation protection principles.
This course is based on the book Spine Anatomy, Positioning, & Diseases for Radiographers, 2nd Edition by Jeana Fleitz, M.Ed., RT(R)(M)(ARRT)™. The book/PDF is 232 pages long and 8.5 x 11 inches in size. This book has 12 pt font and 1.5 line spacing.
The test has 101 multiple choice and true/false questions.
Approved by the following and accepted for ARRT® Certification and Registration.
American Society of Radiologic Technologists® (ASRT)®
Course Approval End Date 03/01/28
Florida Department of Health, Board of Radiation Control (FLDOH-BRC)
Accepted: Yes. They accept the ASRT® approval but you must self report the credits using your certificate of completion.
Category: Technical
California Radiologic Health Branch
Accepted: Yes
Digital: Yes
Fluoroscopy: No
Texas Medical Board
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