Curriculum Block

Objectives

• The student will compare and contrast the different radiological modalities (radiograph, ultrasound, CT, MRI) with a focus on physics, nomenclature, advantages and disadvantages of each.
• The student will recognize the indications and contraindications of contrast for CT and MRI.
• The student will examine the concept of appropriate ordering of diagnostic tests, with a focus on resource management and radiation exposure.

Assessments

• MF1 CAE 2

Tags

Medical Foundation 1 Part 1 Respirology Week 2 Part 1 Week 5 Radiology Radiology 1.3 Interpret laboratory data, imaging studies, and other tests required for the area of practice 1.4 Make informed decision about diagnostic and therapeutic interventions based on patient information and preferences, up-to-date scientific evidence, and clinical judgment 1.6 Perform or assist with medical, diagnostic, and surgical procedures considered essential for the area of practice. 2.2 Apply biomedical scientific principles fundamental to health care for patients and populations. 2.4 Apply principles of epidemiological sciences to the identification of health problems, risk factors, treatment strategies, resource allocation, and disease prevention/health promotion efforts for patients and populations Radiology [H02.403.740]