Program Number Program Name Date / /20 Limited X-ray Machine Operator (LXMO) Curriculum Analysis DIRECTIONS: Determine the course(s) in which each of the following content area is covered and enter the course number(s) and/or title(s). For guidance in what should be covered for each content area, please refer to the LXMO Curriculum (2009) published by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists. Curriculum Clinical Practice Clinical Practice Procedural Performance Competency (Mandatory, Elective) [Refer to Appendix A] Digital Image Acquisition and Display Digital Data Basic Principles of Digital Radiography Image Acquisition Image Acquisition Concerns Software (Default) Image Processing Fundamental Principles of Exposure Image Evaluation Image Display Picture Archiving and Communication system (PACS) Quality Assurance and Maintenance Issues Fundamentals, Ethics and Law of Health Care The Health Science Professions The Health Care Environment Facility Organization Radiology Organization Professional Credentialing Professional Organizations Professional Development Ethics in Health Care Legal Responsibilities Patient Consent LXMO Curriculum Analysis Grid (2009) 4-2012 Page 1 of 5
Curriculum Human Structure and Function Body Cavities Structural Limits, Functions, Contents Landmarks and Underlying Anatomy Skeletal System Cardiovascular System Respiratory System Abdomen Muscular System Types, Characteristics, and Functions Nervous System Film/Screen Image Production and Evaluation Imaging Quality Standards Characteristics of Image Receptors Image Receptor Holders and Intensifying Screens Radiographic Density Radiographic Contrast Recorded Detail/Spatial Resolution Distortion Exposure Latitude Beam-limiting Devices Beam Filtration Scattered and Secondary Radiation Control of Exit/Remnant Radiation Technique Formulation Exposure Calculations Image Receptor Handling and Storage Processing of the Images Artifacts Imaging Standards Image Quality Factors Procedural Factors Corrective Action LXMO Curriculum Analysis Grid (2009) 4-2012 Page 2 of 5
X-Ray Circuit Radiographic Equipment Diagnostic X-Ray Tubes Electronic Imaging Quality Control Structure of the Atom Nature of Radiation X-Ray Production Interaction of Photons with Matter Curriculum Imaging Equipment and Radiation Prodcution Medical Terminology The Word-Building Process Medical Abbreviations and Symbols Radiologic Technology Procedures and Terminology Understanding Orders, Requests, and Diagnostic Reports Patient Care in Radiologic Sciences LXMO and Health Care Team Attitudes and Communication in Patient Care Patient/LXMO Interactions Safety and Transfer Positioning Evaluating Physical Needs Infection Control Medical Emergencies and First Aid Tubes, Catheters, Lines, and Collection Devices Values Culture, Ethnicity, and Diversity Radiographic Anatomy, Procedures, and Pathology Standard Terminology for Positioning and Projection Evaluation of Radiographic Orders Positioning Considerations for Routine Radiographic Procedures Patient Communication Pathology Relevance of Pathology to Radiographic Procedures LXMO Curriculum Analysis Grid (2009) 4-2012 Page 3 of 5
Curriculum Introduction Justification for radiation protection Objectives of a radiation protection program Sources of radiation Legal and ethical responsibilities Radiation Units Regulations and Regulatory/Advisory Agencies Personnel Monitoring Application Patient Protection Elements of Radiation Biology Biophysical Events Radiation Effects Radiosensitivity and Response Radiation Protection and Radiobiology LXMO Curriculum Analysis Grid (2009) 4-2012 Page 4 of 5
Limited X-Ray Machine Operator (LXMO) educational programs are recommended to incorporate postsecondary general education into their curricula. Recommended Postsecondary General Education category suggestions: Mathematical/logical reasoning Written/oral communication Arts and humanities Information systems Social/behavioral sciences Natural sciences In the spaces below, list the additional post-secondary general education coursework students are required to complete to meet program requirements. Category (See Below) Course Number Course Title Credit Hours Total Hours for Additional Post-secondary General Education Courses LXMO Curriculum Analysis Grid (2009) 4-2012 Page 5 of 5