Pathology and Image Interpretation 1
| Module title | Pathology and Image Interpretation 1 |
|---|---|
| Module code | PAM2014 |
| Academic year | 2025/6 |
| Credits | 30 |
| Module staff | Mrs Niamh Gale (Convenor) Dr Ruwan Wanni Arachchige (Convenor) |
| Duration: Term | 1 | 2 | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration: Weeks | 12 | 0 | 3 |
| Number students taking module (anticipated) | 60 |
|---|
Module description
This module builds on PAM1019 Anatomy and Physiology for Radiographers and PAM1007 Practice Placement 1. A variety of learning methods are used to provide you with the opportunity to learn about common pathology encountered in the multi-disciplinary clinical environment and develop musculoskeletal image interpretation skills. This module supports preparation for Stage 3 PAM3019 Pathology and Image Interpretation 2 as well as future practice placement modules.
The second year of the Time for Dementia programme is embedded within the learning and assessment for this module.
Module aims - intentions of the module
This module aims to develop knowledge and understanding of common pathological processes encountered in the contemporary radiology department, together with the radiographic appearances of some pathological processes and injuries. The Society and College of Radiographers 2013 policy for Image Interpretation and Reporting expects graduates to possess the skills to make reliable and accurate decisions on images they acquire and communicate those findings via written preliminary clinical evaluation. You will develop the fundamental skills of decision making and preliminary clinical evaluation required for musculoskeletal image interpretation.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
ILO: Module-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 1. Explore anatomical variants alongside common pathologies in the human body
- 2. Explain the basic principles of medical and sociological care in health, disease and trauma
- 3. Identify and describe normal and abnormal appearances of the appendicular skeleton on projection radiography
- 4. Demonstrate understanding of the role of imaging in complex patient pathways alongside the use of contrast agents (including understanding and management of adverse reactions)
ILO: Discipline-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 5. Explore the principles of inter-professional working
- 6. Use appropriate sources of clinical information to develop own knowledge
ILO: Personal and key skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 7. Manage time and, with limited guidance, prioritise workloads
- 8. Demonstrate problem-solving skills
Syllabus plan
Whilst the module’s precise content may vary from year to year, an example of an overall structure is as follows:
- Disease and trauma, particularly as demonstrated on diagnostic images.
- Manifestation and course of disease and trauma processes.
- Patient care in disease and trauma.
- Revision of normal anatomy, and common anatomical variants; musculoskeletal trauma and pathologies.
- Practical exercises in image interpretation; appendicular skeleton.
- Perception and awareness of error in image interpretation.
- Decision making and Preliminary Clinical Evaluation (PCE) .
- Descriptive terminology for PCE and reporting.
- Professional (SCoR) and regulatory (HCPC) bodies.
- Care of the vulnerable adult.
- Contrast agents and drugs used in imaging and resuscitation.
- Pharmacology of contrast agents.
- Sociological aspects of health and illness.
- Legislation and regulations.
- Inter-professional Learning/Working.
Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | Guided independent study | Placement / study abroad |
|---|---|---|
| 38 | 262 | 0 |
Details of learning activities and teaching methods
| Category | Hours of study time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled learning and teaching activities | 38 | Lectures, Seminars, Flipped classrooms |
| Guided independent study | 262 | Reading, private study and revision |
Formative assessment
| Form of assessment | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Image Interpretation Tests | 6 x 1 hour | 1, 3, 6-8 | Self-assessed |
| Assessment Preparation Workshop | 1 hour | 2, 4 | Verbal based on participation |
Summative assessment (% of credit)
| Coursework | Written exams | Practical exams |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | 100 | 0 |
Details of summative assessment
| Form of assessment | % of credit | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Image Interpretation Examination | 50 | 2 hours | 1, 3, 6-8 | iExeter and ELE |
| Pathology Examination (seen) | 50 | 2 hours | 1-2, 4, 6-8 | iExeter and ELE |
Details of re-assessment (where required by referral or deferral)
| Original form of assessment | Form of re-assessment | ILOs re-assessed | Timescale for re-assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Image Interpretation Examination (50%) | Image Interpretation Examination (2 hours) | 1, 3, 6-8 | Referral/Deferral Period |
| Pathology Examination (seen) (50%) | Pathology Examination (seen) (2 hours) | 1-2, 4, 6-8 | Referral/Deferral Period |
Indicative learning resources - Basic reading
Key Reference Texts:
- Chan,O. 3rd edition (2013) ABC of Emergency Radiology. Wiley-Blackwell. ISBN 9781118495193 (e-book) or 9780470670934
- Eisenberg R.L. and Johnson N.M. (2016), Comprehensive Radiographic Pathology (6th edition), Mosby, ISBN 9780323353243
- Keats, T and Anderson, M. 2012. Atlas of Normal Roentgen Variants that may Simulate Disease. 9th ed. Elsevier. ISBN: 9780323073554
- Kumar,P & Clark,M. 9th Edition (2017) Clinical Medicine. Elsevier Saunders. ISBN 9780702066016 (pbk.)
- Raby N. (2014), Accident and Emergency Radiology - A Survival Guide (3rd edition), Saunders Ltd, ISBN 9780702042324
- Tortora G.J. and Derrickson B. (2017), Principles of Anatomy and Physiology (15th edition), John Wiley, ISBN 9781119382928
Indicative learning resources - Web based and electronic resources
Web based and electronic resources: http://vle.exeter.ac.uk/
Indicative learning resources - Other resources
- Berman L, de Lacey G, Twomey E, Twomey B, Welch T, Eban R. (1985) Reducing errors in the accident department: a simple method using radiographers. BMJ; 290: 421–2.
- Brealey S. (2001) Quality assurance in radiographic reporting: a proposed framework. Radiography. Nov 30;7(4):263-70
- Health & Care Professions Council. Standards of Proficiency – Radiographers. Available at https://www.hcpc-uk.org/resources/standards/standards-of-proficiency-radiographers/
- Kowalczyk N. and Mace J.D. (2017), Radiographic Pathology for Technologists (7th edition), Mosby, ISBN 9780323675765
- The Royal College of Radiologists. Clinical Examinations-FRCR. (2016). Available at https://www.rcr.ac.uk/clinical-radiology/examinations/final-frcr-part-b-examination-0
- Royal College of Radiologists and Society and College of Radiographers (2018), The radiological investigation of suspected physical abuse in children, Society and College of Radiographers, Ref No. BFCR(17)4a
- Society and College of Radiographers (2013), Preliminary Clinical Evaluation and Clinical Reporting by Radiographers: Policy and Practice Guidance, Society and College of Radiographers, ISBN 978-1-906225-36-0
- Wright,C. & Reeves,P. (2016) Radbench: Developing Image Interpretation Skills. Radiography. P1-6 . http:// dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2015.12.010
- Wright,C. & Reeves,P. (2017) Image Interpretation Performance: A Longitudinal Study from Novice to Professional. Radiography. Volume 23, Issue 1, February 2017, e1–e7, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2016.08.006
| Credit value | 30 |
|---|---|
| Module ECTS | 15 |
| Module pre-requisites | PAM1019 |
| Module co-requisites | None |
| NQF level (module) | 5 |
| Available as distance learning? | No |
| Origin date | 03/03/2020 |
| Last revision date | 28/01/2025 |
