Radiography, AAS

1. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to perform radiographic procedures safely and effectively while prioritizing patient well-being. 1.1 Safe and Effective Image Production: Correctly employ radiographic positioning, technical factors, and individual patient needs for various procedures, ensuring optimal image quality with minimal radiation exposure. 1.2 Patient-Centered Care: Engage the patient (and family as appropriate) in preparation for and throughout the examination to enhance image quality and understanding.

2. Analyze clinical situations, solve radiographic problems, and adapt procedures to ensure high-quality images and patient care. 2.1 Image Quality and Analysis: Demonstrate critical thinking and identify technical errors, artifacts, and potential anatomical abnormalities. 2.2 Adaptability and Problem-Solving: Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to adapt radiographic procedures for non-routine cases, considering individual patient factors, equipment limitations, and safety concerns.

3. Professionally and effectively communicate, via oral and written means, with patients and their families, healthcare team members, and the community to support quality patient care and the work of the healthcare team. 3.1 Patient Education and Interaction: Demonstrate effective communication skills with patients before, during, and after the radiographic examination; display cultural competence and ensure patient and family understanding and informed consent. 3.2 Interprofessional Communication and Collaboration: Effectively communicate with healthcare team members and actively support the team's work while serving as a patient advocate.

4. Graduates will demonstrate professional behavior and ethics that align with professional standards of practice and clinical expectations, including accountability, responsibility, and a commitment to lifelong learning. 4.1 Commitment to Professionalism: Demonstrate professional behavior by adhering to ethical principles and legal standards of practice. 4.2 Professional Performance: Recognize and adhere to workplace policies, including personal accountability and professional responsibility.