Reporting – Radiographic Appearances of Musculoskeletal Pathophysiology and Trauma

Program Overview

This 15-credit short course at SCQF level 11 is designed for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge of patho-physiological appearances in diagnostic imaging. Delivered online with on-campus attendance, the course covers pattern recognition, image interpretation, and reporting of clinical findings in the appendicular and axial musculo-skeletal systems. It can be taken as a standalone module or as part of a PgCert in Radiographic Reporting.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This is a 15-credit short course at SCQF level 11, designed for radiographers and other healthcare professionals who need to develop a knowledge base related to patho-physiological appearances in conventional diagnostic imaging.

Objectives:

• Develop skills in appraisal and communicate patho-physiological and trauma related findings relative to the clinical presentation of the patient.
• Critically assess the factors involved in pattern recognition, image interpretation, and the reporting of clinical findings.
• Understand the significance of normal variant appearances.

Outline:

• Course Content:
• Clinical application of the principles of pattern recognition and image interpretation of diagnostic images of the appendicular and axial musculo−skeletal systems
• Principles of reporting, specific to the appendicular and axial musculo−skeletal system
• Radiological appearances of normal and pathological presentations of the appendicular and axial musculo−skeletal systems
• Role of other imaging modalities in the diagnosis of appendicular and axial musculo−skeletal conditions
• Normal variant conditions
• Assessment and significance of clinical information in the context of the patient’s diagnostic pathway
• Course Structure:
• Delivered online with on-campus attendance over 2 blocks and an optional day:
• Block one attendance: September
• Block two attendance: December
• Optional attendance: January

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods:
• A range of conventional and interactive learning methods are used to develop the knowledge base, interpretive and evaluative skills required for recognition and interpretation of patho−physiological appearances demonstrated on diagnostic images of the appendicular and axial musculo−skeletal systems.
• Unique Approaches:
• The course is delivered online with on-campus attendance over two blocks and an optional day.
• Students benefit from using the collaborative virtual learning environment, CampusMoodle.

Other:

• This module can be taken in conjunction with other Radiographic Reporting modules as a route to a PgCert.
• The module is for registered health professionals working in a relevant area.
• Additional course-related costs are not included in the course fees:
• Accommodation and living costs
• Printing