Course Content:

This module is designed for radiographers to develop a comprehensive, experiential knowledge-based framework in plain chest radiography. There will be emphasis on relating theory to practice in the clinical setting in order to contribute to patient diagnosis and management. It further develops communication skills to assist in the communication of findings or further investigations clearly to specialist and non-specialist audiences.

There is further development of knowledge gained in the co-requisite modules within the image interpretation pathway. This is facilitated by monitoring, reflection and self-audit and through a range of blended learning activities.

The student is expected to research and undertake activities within the clinical environment to supplement their radiographic knowledge. Delivery of this module will be by university staff and may include relevant external lecturers. It will incorporate blended learning which aims to combine e-learning opportunities and traditional campus-based learning in innovative ways to enhance the student learning experience. 

Assessment:

Coursework 100%  - 3000 word (or equivalent) portfolio 

Practical (pass/fail) 

An Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) must be passed at 90% as per SOR standards

All individual elements must be passed in order to pass the module.

Learning Outcomes:

Successful students will typically:

•  Demonstrate knowledge and systematic understanding of complex issues relating to patient diagnosis, management and service delivery in plain chest radiography. 
• Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of methodologies for quality assurance procedures and critical evaluation relevant to reporting practice of chest radiography. 
• Justify and critically evaluate the structure and significance of findings given in a formal clinical radiographic report and its role in patient management and service delivery. 
• Engage in habitual reflection on personal and professional practice, identifying methodologies and strategies which enable best clinical practice, inform future practice and promote excellence in patient care. 
• Demonstrate autonomy, competence and evidence of decision making in complex situations by engaging confidently in providing actionable clinical radiographic reports at the required level of diagnostic accuracy for a range of traumatic and pathological chest appearances. 
• Demonstrate a range of advanced communication skills and engage in academic and professional communication appropriate to their professional practice. 

This module is taught by Matthew Stannard (Senior lecturer – Reporting Radiographer) plus Supporting staff including Visiting lecturers.