Radiology

experiences in several of my science courses, where I used auditory learning style more during class lectures compared to visual style. To clarify, and as stated in my previous journal entries, before changing my major to health sciences, I was a radiology major. My former degree required several science courses, such as microbiology, anatomy and physiology, biology, and physics. During my semesters in these science courses, I would actively take notes on my custom-made PowerPoint slides…

It has been recommended by the American College of Radiology that metformin be withheld for forty-eight hours after the procedure where IV contrast in administered into the body. This diabetic medication should only be resumed forty-eight hours later if their creatinine levels are within normal range. It is…

Entering the emergency room on my first day, I could still vividly remember the chaos of the scene, with patients on the brink of their existence, relying on doctors to stabilize them. It is for situations like this I want to be prepared. As a trauma enters, the entire environment of the emergency room shifts while the staff prepare for what is to come. As physicians make decisions on the spot, there is no goal other than to save the patient from start to finish. What I find most fascinating…

The bitter, winter weather disappeared as I scurried into the cozy house. The fireplace crackling as it produced warmth for the living room, and fresh, fudge brownies await me on the kitchen counter. The warm and sugary scent in the atmosphere took over my sense of smell. The feeling of comfort and safeness arises in my body as I settled in the microfiber couch. After she poured her steamy cup of coffee, she situates herself in her leather chair beginning our colloquy. As I consulted her about…

I believe that Thaldorf’s position as a sales engineer clearly displays his technical orientation. This is definitely a personal strength because he can provide more detailed knowledge about the technology involved with the product and be able to sell to the people who have more experience with the technicality of the machine. Another one of Thaldorf’s strengths is it’s brand credibility and also technical global reputation as noted by their “worldwide reputation for advanced technology and…

PICOT Question Do the procedures for drug prescription and dosage using computerized physician order entry as compared to other methods like solely paper documentation lead to a reduction in medical error rate similar to that found in the literature? Problem The issue of interest is whether Electronic Health Record systems like Computer Physician Order Entry is more efficient in decreasing medical error rates than the paper and pencil method of ordering. Probably one of the biggest challenges…

positions. There are seventeen and a half (17.5) transporters (full and part-time). The remaining of the staff include one-supervisor, two dispatchers, one mechanic and two front door attendants. Only five transporters work Monday through Friday at the Radiology department, which leaves twelve and a half employees to service the other departments in the hospital. All the FTE positions are not filled. There are not enough transporters to cover the other departments adequately. Insufficient…

to keep track of a patient’s entire health and medical history in a computerized, electronic format. It may include a series of data, including demographics, medical history, medication and allergies, immunization status, laboratory test results, radiology images, vital signs, personal statistics, and billing information. This allows for the patients’ medical history to be viewed in one single file without having to track down all of the previous medical records. It helps ensure all the data is…

big plus between the practitioners and patients, it is an amazing communication tool to everyone, and provides a smaller gap for mistakes. We need to consider the importance of good communication between different encounters such as, laboratories, radiology and many other services the patient will receive the moment they get their diagnosis. The importance of having access to their personal health history will bring a higher quality and more precise health care service to the patient, and not…

which can be the difference between life and death. Both CAT scans and MRI are similar, but it’s the differences that people over look which make these medical practices viable. The numerous differences between MRI and CAT are the types of imaging radiology, the anatomical applications, and the potential health risks; each of these differences determines practices, treatment, and the success of treatment.…