Radiology

Patient-Centric Systems The use of health information technology (HIT) can be seen as a tool that makes it feasible for health care providers to better handle patients ' care through a secured and health information sharing process. By making health information available electronically has also brought health care closer to the patient when and where it is needed. Apart from making health information easily accessible, HIT can make health care more cost effective and improve its quality. Some…

As of right now, my degree is an associate of arts. I plan to change it in the near future to something in the medical field. I'm interested in being a radiologist or a nurse. My goal is to earn a degree in nursing or radiology. All of this is what I am talented in, all of my hobbies and my future plan. My name is Alvin Swell. I spent the first years of my life in Pensacola, Florida. I was raised by a single parent, my Mom, and learned a lot about independence and women’s…

supported facility expansions e.g. the community took part in a fund drive to expand the birthing center at EMC by raising over $1.4 million toward the $4 million project. EMC has radiology, a clinical laboratory, outpatient surgery, a diagnostic and rehabilitation center to provide whole range of services including routine radiology exams, mammograms, and speech and occupational therapy on an outpatient basis. The cost of operating the emergency department has increased and patient flows is…

a fact that allows to study these mediastinal masses and assess vessel infiltration or cystic nature of these lesions (Mathis et al.,2010). The evaluation of mediastinal lymph nodes have better results with ultrasound than with conventional radiology . The overall sensitivity of ultrasound for the study of mediastinal lymph nodes is 62% ( Vollmer and Gayete 2010). 2-Pericardial effusion: Pericardial effusion appears as anechoic stripe surrounding the heart (Fig.26). Smaller…

A geriatric patient is an older person with impaired overall function. There is no set age, but he or she is usually more than 75 years old with chronic illness, physical impairment and/or cognitive impairment. Older adults with frailty may also struggle with the following: Gait abnormalities and recurrent falls. When dealing with the elderly you have to have their safety in mind, because most elderly people are afraid that they will get hurt. You have to assure them that they are going to be…

It’s important to stay up to date on coding changes. To be a truly viable coder it’s absolutely necessary to stay informed about what’s taking place in the industry. Having a membership with AAPC and AHIMA has shown me the importance of staying current and these memberships are a great way to do it. Continuing education is necessary to keep your certification credential current, but the classes, webinars, and seminars will also help you stay informed of new developments that will affect you on…

the appropriate authorities. Often in a position to initially suspect child abuse, the radiologist must be aware of the various forms of injuries from child abuse. Additionally, a radiologist with specialized knowledge in the field of pediatric radiology may provide expert medical opinions to child protection and law enforcement agencies. A protocol for imaging suspected abuse…

allergies, and medication being taken. Insuring that are instrument are cleaned with sterile protocols, or one-use items. Insure that information in medical record is accurate and update. Specific follow up mechanisms for studies such labs and radiology etc. Also, systems to ensure that patients are followed up on timely fashions and if appointment is missed the patient is contacted. Also, from a safety standpoint the practice, physician, nurse practice and physician assistants are following…

This was a crazy week. We had a lot of crazy clients, and demanding owners, but to me, the most important patient I saw was my own dog, Brennan. Brennan is my six-year-old Shetland Sheepdog, who I trained in agility, obedience, rally, and minor showmanship. She is pretty much my life, and my best friend. I love her very much, so when I found a firm lump on her tail that was never there before I scheduled an appointment with Doc as soon as I could. The lump felt to be about the size of a…

On January 13th, 2016 in Ms.Henry’s Comp II class, I was assigned to group 2. Inside my group is Amber, Tessa, and Reagon. We were asked to get to know each other better and to dig a little deeper. Amber, Tessa, and Reagon all have very unique hobbies, goals, and accomplishments that they enjoy doing, looking forward to, and have experienced. First off is Amber. Amber is a vey busy woman. She has many hobbies, goals, and accomplishments. One of the many things she enjoys doing is being a…