Fundamentals of Musculoskeletal Radiographic Image Interpretation
Introduction
This module aims to enable you to learn the theoretical knowledge required to interpret radiographic images of the musculoskeletal system through the study of radiographic appearances commonly seen in acute and emergency care. It is relevant to all health professionals who have an interest in, or require an understanding of, radiographs of trauma in particular. The module will help you develop and apply skills to recognise normal and abnormal appearances of radiographic images. By the end of the module you will be able to synthesise clinical information commonly seen in acute and emergency care to enable you to describe the radiographic appearances in a structured written format.
This module is offered in line with the current drivers to improve the patient experience in the A&E department by helping to eliminate missed diagnoses. This module alone does not prove competence to provide medical reports, professionals undertaking it will be able to use their knowledge and skills to enhance the service they provide according to their employer's policies.
Who the module is aimed at
The module is relevant to professionals who use or interpret images in their practice, typically diagnostic radiographers, junior doctors, nurses, and physiotherapists.
Benefits of taking the module to the individual, the organisation and the patient
By studying this module you can informally interpret musculoskeletal radiographic appearances commonly seen in the acute setting.
This module alone does not prove competence to provide medical reports, professionals undertaking it will be able to use their knowledge and skills to enhance the service they provide according to their employer's policies. For Diagnostic Radiographers, this module will enhance your 'red dot' and commenting skills. Those wishing to move into formal radiographic reporting are advised to seek the advice of the Module Leader.
What you learn
By engaging successfully with this module you can:
- recognise normal and abnormal appearances of radiographic images of the musculoskeletal system, with an emphasis on the acute setting
- formulate a diagnosis or differential diagnoses
- formulate and communicate a written professional opinion based on the interpretation of radiographic images of the appendicular skeleton
General areas covered
- elbow, forearm, hand/wrist, knee, ankle/foot
- shoulder, spine, hip/pelvis, facial bones
- normal skeleton and anatomical variants
- fractures, dislocations and other traumatic skeletal conditions
Skills gained for the workplace, technical skills or academic skills
Technical skills in image interpretation.
Unique or interesting features
You learn with a range of health professionals as this module is offered across a range of courses in different professional groups.
To study this distance learning module you will require access to a computer with:
- a reliable internet connection
- Microsoft or Apple Mac Supported Office Software
- the current version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox
Fees and Funding for 2022/23
| Indicative price for stand-alone module |
Home student: £710 EU / International students: £710- this is part-time study and therefore cannot provide sponsorship for Tier 4. |
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| How to apply |
To apply for a self-funded place, please complete and return the application form below: To apply for a Workforce Development / Workforce Transformation funding WDF/WTF funded place, please complete and return the relevant application form below: Further information and Workforce Development Funding / CPD Funding online application form |
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Entry requirements
• Relevant professional health qualification
• Relevant work experience
• Relevant workplace opportunities and organisational support(The above must be evidenced in the applicants application form)
International students must have reliable internet access and supply IELTS of 6.5 or above (or equivalent).
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Attendance
Delivery Method:
This module is delivered via distance learning
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Provisional timetable
This module has two planned intakes as follows:
September 2022 and January 2023.
This module is delivered via distance learning. Attendance at the university is not required but engagement with online activity is expected. -
Assessment
Module assessment is made up of one or more assessment tasks. The assessment task(s) for this module are:
- Phase Test
Successful completion of this module will earn you 15 level 7 credits
Further details
For further information please contact the module leader Denise Foulkes - d.foulkes@shu.ac.uk or contact the student experience team: