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Alakhras, Maram, Dana S. Al-Mousa, Arwa Mahasneh, and Amani G. AlSa’di. "Factors Affecting Compliance of Infection Control Measures among Dental Radiographers." International Journal of Dentistry 2020 (November 16, 2020): 1–11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2020/8834854.
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Objectives. To assess the level of dental radiographers’ compliance with infection control measures and to evaluate the factors affecting their compliance. Methods. The study included 175 dental radiographers. Compliance with infection control was evaluated with a self-administered questionnaire consisting of 33 questions related to vaccination, hand hygiene (HH), personal protective equipment (PPE), disinfection and sterilization, and use of surface barriers. Pearson’s chi-square test was used to compare compliance between subgroups of radiographers. Results. 64.6% of participants were females, and 62.9% was younger than 30 years. 13.0% of the sample population had >10 years of experience and 28.0% take radiographs for >20 patients/day. 66.9% of participants wash their hands before/after taking radiographs. 26.3% of participants had vaccination against hepatitis B, tetanus, and tuberculosis. 12.6% fully use PPE, 10.9% perform complete disinfection and sterilization, and 16.0% apply all kinds of surfaces barriers. Vaccination was significantly affected by age, gender, and practice type. HH was affected by years of experience and number of patients radiographed per day. PPE was influenced by number of hours worked per week and patients radiographed daily. Disinfection and sterilization was affected by practice type and years of experience. The use of surface barriers was affected by age, practice type, and number of patients radiographed/day. Conclusions. The current study indicated poor compliance with infection control practices among dental radiographers. We recommend continuing educational programs and training courses to increase dental radiographers’ awareness of local and international infection control guidelines and to enhance their implementation of these guidelines.
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Žunić, Ljubica. "The Legal Framework for Academic Professional Development for Radiographers in Higher Education." Medicine, Law & Society 12, no. 1 (April 26, 2019): 65–84. http://dx.doi.org/10.18690/mls.12.1.65-84.2019.
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Technology has changed the world of radiography, setting the request for development and promotion of radiography occupation. This article focuses on key factors of education for radiologic technologist / radiographer. The important role of EFRS in promoting and developing advanced educational standards and qualifications for radiographers is elaborated. Harmonization and development of radiographer’s profession following technological development considers cooperation among educational institutions, employers and professional bodies, within the framework of European and national legislation. Society should provide the conditions for further education. Obtaining a master's and / or doctoral degree, and integration in teaching and research activities, helps transform radiographers into leadership roles within their departments.
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Sumarsono, Handi, Nur Wijayanti, and Siti Masrochah. "Analisis Determinan Kesehatan Terhadap Kepatuhan Pemakaian Alat Pelindung Diri (Proteksi Radiasi) Bagi Radiografer di Wilayah Pasuruan Dan Sidoarjo." Jurnal Imejing Diagnostik (JImeD) 8, no. 1 (February 11, 2022): 15–21. http://dx.doi.org/10.31983/jimed.v8i1.8076.
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Background: Hospitals in Pasuruan and Sidoarjo are Covid-19 referral hospitals that are very at risk of occupational infections for officers. Radiographer are workers who have more direct contact with patients, therefore nurses must apply the use of Personal Protective Equipment (APD) following the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP). The purpose of the study was to analyze the influence of health determinants (supervision, self-efficacy, and work culture) on compliance with the use of personal protective equipment (radiation protection) for radiographers in the Pasuruan and Sidoarjo regions.Methods: Design observational research with a cross-sectional approach. The population of all radiographers in the Pasuruan and Sidoarjo is 100 people. Sampled all 100 radiographers with total sampling techniques. Independent variables of supervision, self-efficacy, and work culture. Variable dependent compliance with the use of personal protective equipment (radiation protection) for radiographers.Results: The results showed there was an influence of radiographer surveillance patterns on compliance with the use of personal protective equipment (radiation protection) for radiographers (p-value 0.000), there was an effect of radiographer self-efficacy on compliance with the use of personal protective equipment (radiation protection) for radiographers (p-value 0.000), there was the influence of radiographer work culture on compliance with the use of personal protective equipment (radiation protection) for radiographers (p-value 0.000).Conclusions: Supervision, self-efficacy, and work culture are among the factors that significantly influence radiographer adherence to the use of PPE. The hope is that by having a good knowledge of K3, nurses will be more obedient to protection as prevention of infection transmission.
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Routsis, D., S. Thomas, and J. Head. "Are extended working days sustainable in radiotherapy?" Journal of Radiotherapy in Practice 5, no. 2 (June 2006): 77–85. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s1460396906000112.
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A number of Radiotherapy Departments have extended the working day on linear accelerators, as a method of increasing treatment capacity. However, reports from the Royal College of Radiologists predict a rate of increase in requirements for radiotherapy, significantly in excess of the rate at which radiographers will become available to run the necessary equipment.Based on the premise that radiographers are the most difficult staff group to recruit, a number of different patterns of radiotherapy linear accelerator use has been investigated, with an aim of seeing which delivers the greatest return on radiographer time. The requirement for radiographers per linac-hour has been examined for a number of lengths of day and utilising various staffing assumptions.Given current patterns of work, the greatest manpower efficiency in use of trained radiographers is achieved if machines are run for a 7-h-day or for an 8-h-day if part-time radiographers are available. This working pattern relies on all ancillary tasks being removed from the treatment unit, many of which can be performed by other appropriately trained, non-radiographer, staff groups.With linac-hour demand projected to rise faster than the rate at which new trained radiographers become available, extended working days are not sustainable without significant change to current work patterns.
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Syivasari, Falentina. "Studi Kualitatif Phenomenology: Peran Radiografer Dalam Mengerjakan Pemeriksaan Radiologi Untuk Pasien Covid-19." Jurnal Imejing Diagnostik (JImeD) 8, no. 2 (December 26, 2022): 80–86. http://dx.doi.org/10.31983/jimed.v8i2.8209.
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Background: Until now, Indonesia has become one of the countries with the highest health worker death rate in ASIA and the 3rd highest in the world due to exposure to COVID-19, reaching 647 people. Radiographers are one of the first lines of health professionals who are very likely to be exposed to COVID-19. The purpose of the study is to find out the adaptation of new radiographer habits during the COVID-19 pandemic including radiographer work experience, radiographer health conditions (including fisk and mental health) and radiographer resilience in pandemic times.Methods: Research design uses a qualitative approach with phenomenological types of research. The selection of informants is obtained from observations and interviews to radiographers. The study used purposive sampling techniques. Research instruments use observation sheets, interview guidelines and documentation study sheets. This research was conducted in the Radiology Unit at COVID-19 referral hospitals, public hospitals and private hospitals, around the city area of Surabaya, east Java. The data collection time is expected to be held in April - June 2021.Results: The results showed the work experience of radiographers before the pandemic period was very different from the experience during the pandemic. Radiographers experienced more convenience when working in the time before the pandemic. Much of the change lies in the use of personal protective equipment. The majority of respondents had high optimism about their health condition as well as a great sense of responsibility in caring for patients suspected of Covid-19. The majority of respondents continue to carry out the obligation to treat patients suspected of Covid-19 or who are confirmed positive for Covid-19 because it is an obligation for every radiographer. These differences include restrictions on the number of radiographers in the room, the use of PPE at level 3, and the screening process that must be done before examining patients.Conclusions: The role of radiographers is very important in carrying out radiological examinations, especially in pandemic times. Radiographers who are competent and comply with the SOP during the pandemic so as to minimize exposure to Covid 19.
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A. Oglat, Ammar, Firas Fohely, Ali AL Masalmeh, Ismail AL Jbour, Laith AL Jaradat, and Sema I. Athamnah. "Attitudes toward the Integration of Radiographers into the First-Line Interpretation of Imaging Using the Red Dot System." Bioengineering 10, no. 1 (January 5, 2023): 71. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/bioengineering10010071.
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The red dot system uses expertise in the identification of anomalies to assist radiologists in distinguishing radiological abnormalities and managing them before the radiologist report is sent. This is a small step on the road to greater role development for radiographers. This practice has existed for more than 20 years in the UK. Today, it is only the UK seeking to legislate radiographer reports. The aim of this paper is to put focus on this issue, determine whether radiographer reports are necessary, and explore whether there are any benefits that can be highlighted to encourage health authorities worldwide to allow radiographers to write clinical reports. Additionally, this study was conducted to evaluate the role of radiographers (non-radiologists) in medical image interpretation, using 95 samples that were collected randomly and a representative sample of radiographers and radiologists of both genders. The SPSS program was used for the statistical analysis of the samples and to scientifically explain the results. We found that radiologists have no objections to the participation of radiographers in diagnosis assistance, interpretation, and clinical reporting through the red dot system. Therefore, there was support for the future implementation of such a system in health care.
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Pauli, Regina, Sean Hammond, Julie Cooke, and Janet Ansell. "Comparison of Radiographer/Radiologist Double Film Reading with Single Reading in Breast Cancer Screening." Journal of Medical Screening 3, no. 1 (March 1996): 18–22. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/096914139600300106.
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Objectives— To assess the efficacy of dual film reading in screening mammography with a suitably trained radiographer as the second reader and to determine a suitable decision model for radiographer/radiologist double reading. Setting— Three breast screening centres in South Thames (West) region. Methods— Seven radiographers with prior film reading training double read 17 202 screening mammograms with a radiologist. Screening performance of radiographers and radiologists was assessed taking into account interval cancers. The efficacy of radiographer/radiologist double reading was assessed in terms of changes in sensitivity and specificity compared with radiologist single reading. Results— Radiographers yielded equivalent sensitivity but lower specificity than radiologist film readers. The effect of double reading between radiographer/radiologist pairs was an increase in sensitivity of 6.4%, which was achieved at the cost of a 0.6% decrease in specificity. This was reached by a decision system involving radiologists' review of radiographer queries and recall classifications. If all radiographer queries were recalled a large increase in sensitivity would be counterbalanced by an equally large decrease in specificity. Conclusions— Radiographer/radiologist double reading resulted in similar increases in sensitivity as those previously reported in radiologist double reading studies. Radiologist review of radiographer reported abnormalities is a suitable means by which to limit excess recall.
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Yusuf, Dani. "CASE STUDY OF THE RADIOGRAPHER CREDENTIAL PROGRAM AS A STANDARD FOR SLEMAN REGIONAL HOSPITAL, 2019." Jurnal Admmirasi 6, no. 2 (November 23, 2021): 50–58. http://dx.doi.org/10.47638/admmirasi.v6i2.138.
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Background : In order to maintain clinical governance in the radiology installation, it is necessary to do the radiographer’s credential program as it serves to collect, Verify and evaluate educational licenses, training, competence, And experience of existing health workers. Credentials are an evaluation process by the hospital of a health worker to determine whether the person concerned is worthy of a clinical assignment and clinical authority to carry out certain medical care/actions within the hospital environment for a certain period.Purpose : To analyze the perceptions of radiographers and relevant policy makers, about the process of implementing the credential program for the radiographer profession, especially in RSUD Sleman.Methods : Methods of data collection through in-depth interviews with radiographers and policy makers, And documentary studies related to the radiographer’s credential program in hospitals. For the result of the research, the radiographer’s credential were analyzed using qualitative methods. The location is in Sleman hospital, Yogyakarta.Results : From the analysis of the radiographer’s perception of the credential program, it was found that the implementation of the radiographer’s credentials at the Sleman Hospital was in accordance with the existing mechanism.Conclusion : From the research result, it can be concluded that the implementation of credentials at the Sleman Hospital has been carried out independently, but the implementation of the radiographer’s credentials program independently needs to be evaluated regarding the implementation mechanism. Because the credential program is only limited to the administrative aspect (portfolio), This is still less than ideal and objective, Considering the increasingly complex services available in radiology installations. More competency assessment methods are needed to maintain accountability and competence of health workers in order to ensure that patients get safe and quality health services.
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Keyte, Emily, Gillian Roe, Annmarie Jeanes, and Jeannette K. Kraft. "Immediate chest radiograph interpretation by radiographers improves patient safety related to nasogastric feeding tube placement in children." Pediatric Radiology 51, no. 9 (March 10, 2021): 1621–25. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00247-021-05032-9.
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Abstract Background Despite the publication of a national patient safety alert in 2016, inadvertent feeding through misplaced nasogastric tubes continues to occur, either through failure to review the radiograph, misinterpretation of it, or failure to communicate the results. Objective The objectives were to determine whether training in a new pathway introduced to avoid these “never events” was followed and whether radiographer comments and prompt communication of results could reduce risk and improve patient safety in relation to nasogastric tube placement in children. Materials and methods Following radiographer training in interpretation of nasogastric tube position and use of a commenting proforma and communication pathway, we reviewed all radiographs obtained to check nasogastric tubes performed over a 13-month period in children 0–16 years of age. Then we assessed accuracy of the radiographer comments, adherence to the pathway, and any practice change in children with misplaced nasogastric tubes. Results We reviewed 282 nasogastric tube check radiographs. For 262 radiographs (92.9%) the pathway was followed correctly. Of the total 282 radiographs, 240 (85%) were immediately reported using the standardised commenting proforma, and 235 radiographer comments were affirmed by the radiologist (97% accuracy, confidence interval 0.95–0.99). Of the immediately reported radiographs, 213 (88.8%) nasogastric tubes were considered to be safe for use. Four (1.7%) of the immediately reported nasogastric tubes were misplaced in a bronchus, and the report communicated to the clinical team resulted in removal or re-siting of the tubes. Conclusion Nasogastric tube check radiographs in children can be reported accurately by radiographers trained in their interpretation and the results promptly communicated to clinical staff, improving safety in relation to nasogastric tube placement in children.
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IBRAHIM, MOHD IZUAN, RAHMAWATY AKIB, and MOHD FARIHAN JAFFAR. "IMPACT OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC ON RADIOGRAPHY & RADIOTHERAPY PRACTICE IN MALAYSIA." Malaysian Applied Biology 50, no. 2 (November 30, 2021): 55–60. http://dx.doi.org/10.55230/mabjournal.v50i2.1984.
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This study aimed to evaluate the COVID-19 pandemic impact on radiography and radiotherapy practice in Malaysia. An online cross-sectional survey was conducted from July to October 2020 among radiographers. The questionnaire was adapted from the previous study. A total of 214 (female, n=148 and male, n=66) responses were received comprising 79.9% diagnostic and 20.1% therapeutic radiographers across Malaysia. The data were analyzed using IBM SPSS Version 25.0. The results show that 71% agree that the radiographers are part of the major frontline and 50.9% agree diagnostic radiographer’s workload increases. Besides, 77.1% and 71.9% of them are very aware of the COVID-19 virus transmission and infection control principle, respectively. Furthermore, 59.8% stated that adequate personal protective equipment (PPE) was provided by the department while 57% receive adequate training in handling patients during the pandemic. There were 66.5% and 28.6% of diagnostic radiographers and therapeutics radiographers who receive specific training in facing COVID-19 patients. During the pandemic, only 29% feel frequently stressed about work and 62.1% sometimes. The significant association c2 (p=0.0002) exists between radiographers and the perception of stress. Most of the radiographers rate their level of stress between 5 to 8 on a scale of 1 (no stress) to 10 (highly stress). In conclusion, increasing workload during the pandemic increase the level of stress among radiographers. However, adequate PPE, a good work rotation schedule, and training will help them facing the pandemic.
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Diartama, Anak Agung Aris, Susy Suswaty, Win Priantoro, Sugiyanto Sugiyanto, Sudiyono Sudiyono, M. Choiroel Anwar, Leny Latifah, Aris Santjaka, Faisal Amri, and Donny Kristanto Mulyantoro. "The design of radiology viewing box using light emitting diode and potentiometer." GHMJ (Global Health Management Journal) 1, no. 1 (June 22, 2017): 10. http://dx.doi.org/10.35898/ghmj-1196.
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Background: In the process of work to gain the maximum results, a radiologist needs a viewing box tool to read radiographs. Therefore, the authors want to develop a viewing box tool, which in general the work if this tool resembles the factory manufactured tool. The viewing tool box made can adjust the intensity of the light produced.Objective: to create a viewing box tool by using a potentiometer system.Methods: This study used applied research method by creating and using the design of viewing box tool by using a potentiometer system and testing the viewing box tool created by using a Lux meter and 15 respondents consisting of five radiologists and 10 radiographers who should fulfill the questionnaire form.Results: The mean of viewing box illumination reached 220 lux. The results of the questionnaire showed that 100% radiologist gave an A (excellent) and expressed that the viewing box tool created could be used properly and 90% radiographers provided an A (excellent) and expressed that the viewing box tool created could be used properly, while 10% radiographer gave a value of B (moderate).Conclusion: viewing box tool created could be used properly and obtained optimal results as a tool in reading radiographs. Potentiometer system contained in the viewing box was very helpful in reading radiographs because it allowed to adjust the light intensity according to user needs.Keywords : Viewing box, Potentiometer Bibliography : 1980-2011
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Lumsden, Laura, and Philip Cosson. "Attitudes of radiographers to radiographer-led discharge: A survey." Radiography 21, no. 1 (February 2015): 61–67. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2014.07.005.
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Hudson, J., C. Doolan, F. McDonald, I. Locke, M. Ahmed, G. Gunapala, and H. McNair. "Are therapeutic radiographers able to achieve clinically acceptable verification for stereotactic lung radiotherapy treatment (SBRT)?" Journal of Radiotherapy in Practice 14, no. 1 (January 7, 2015): 10–17. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s1460396914000478.
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AbstractPurposeThe aim of this study was to assess the feasibility of radiographer led verification of cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) images for patients with solitary lung tumours treated with stereotactic body radiotherapy treatment (SBRT).Material and methodsCBCT setup images of 20 patients from the first fraction of each patient were retrospectively registered by therapeutic radiographers. The displacements recorded were compared with the clinical oncologist’s original online match. The time taken by radiographers to verify the CBCT images was also recorded.ResultsOverall agreement for all radiographers when compared with the clinical oncologist match was 91%. Interobserver variations between radiographers were X plane 0·87 (0·76–0·94); Y plane 0·74 (0·51–0·88); and Z plane 0·88 (0·78–0·95) intraclass correlation coefficient and 95% confidence interval. The average time taken for verification was 128 seconds.ConclusionTherapeutic radiographers are able to verify CBCT images for thorax SBRT with results comparable to the ‘gold standard’ clinical oncologists’ match, however additional training will be provided for online verification. The time taken was within acceptable limits.
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Egestad, Helen. "Radiographers relationship with head and neck cancer patients." Journal of Radiotherapy in Practice 12, no. 3 (April 22, 2013): 245–54. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s1460396912000441.
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AbstractIntroductionHead and neck cancer patients face many demanding events, such as radiation therapy, which can cause anxiety and uncertainty. Studies report that relevant information decreases emotional distress and inadequate communication can lead to increased fear and anxiety. There is a lack of research that describes what radiographers do when they meet the patients. The aim is to explain what radiographers’ do that may lead to less anxiety and uncertainty for head and neck cancer patients.MethodThis study was conducted via qualitative interviews and took on a phenomenological, hermeneutic approach. Eleven head and neck cancer patients were interviewed 1-month post radiation therapy.ResultsSuccessful meetings are characterised by the radiographer smiling, being pleasant, referring to the patient by their name, informing the patient thoroughly, asking open questions and answering questions.ConclusionHead and neck cancer patients feel vulnerable and need the radiographer to create a safe atmosphere when they undergo treatment. Then radiographers reduce uncertainty, provide emotional support, reduce loneliness, provide information and create alliances.
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Hidayati, Alpha Olivia, and Ayu Wita Sari. "Peningkatan Pengetahuan dan Minat Radiografer dalam Mengkonsumsi Gizi Seimbang di Era Pandemi COVID-19." Abdimas: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Universitas Merdeka Malang 6, no. 3 (August 4, 2021): 326–35. http://dx.doi.org/10.26905/abdimas.v6i3.5351.
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The consumption of foods that contain balanced nutrition is one way to increase immunity, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. For this reason, it is necessary to raise awareness of the consumption of food with balanced nutrition for health workers, especially radiographers. One of the efforts that can be done is by providing education to increase radiographer knowledge and interest in consuming foods with balanced nutrition. This community service is in collaboration with IKMARA GUBAYO in the form of online counseling activities. Program evaluation is carried out quantitatively by calculating the frequency distribution of the knowledge level and interest before and after the activity. The results showed an increase in the level of participant’s knowledge about balanced nutrition by 25.45% and an interest in implementing balanced nutrition consumption by 89%. Participant’s knowledge of balanced nutrition increased by 27.4%, knowledge of fixed macronutrient sources, knowledge of vitamin sources increased by 27.4%, knowledge of the benefits of mineral substances increased by 27.2%, and knowledge of how to increase immunity increased by 18.7%. Providing education to radiographers online counseling can increase radiographer’s knowledge and interest in consuming balanced nutrition as an effort to increase immunity during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Bwanga, Osward, Raphael Musoko Kayembe, and James Maimbo Sichone. "Intravenous cannulation and administration of contrast media by radiographers: a literature review to guide the training and practice in Zambia." African Health Sciences 22, no. 2 (August 1, 2022): 629–37. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/ahs.v22i2.72.
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Background: There has been a demand for radiographers in Zambia to perform intravenous (IV) cannulation and administration of contrast media, a role which, traditionally, was radiologists’. This demand is due to a shortage of radiologists and an increase in demand for imaging examinations. This review aimed at synthesising relevant literature related to IV cannulation and administration of contrast media by radiographers to guide the training and practice in Zambia.
Methods: A structured literature search was conducted in three online databases (PubMed/MEDLINE, CINAHL, and ScienceDirect), radiography journals, and cited references to identify research studies on IV cannulation and administration of contrast media by radiographers.
Results: Seven studies were identified and included in this review. The findings are summarised under six themes: benefits and challenges, adoption of the extended role, infection control, safety and complications, medico-legal issues, and education and training. Our findings revealed that radiographer-led IV cannulation and administration of contrast media contribute positively to the management of imaging patients.
Conclusion: The themes identified in this review could provide a template of where to base the establishment of the training programme and local guidelines. Before extending the role of radiographers, the scope of practice should be extended, and accredited training programme and local guidelines should be put in place.
Keywords: Contrast media; intravenous cannulation; radiographer; radiologist; Zambia.
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Waaler, Dag, Sigrid Hammer, Camilla Langdalen, and Linn Therese Håkonsen Haug. "How radiographers visually perceive X-ray images with the task of accepting or rejecting them – a pilot study." Radiography Open 3, no. 1 (March 31, 2017): 10. http://dx.doi.org/10.7577/radopen.1997.
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Introduction: Radiographer´s usual role in the medical imaging chain is to acquire relevant and qualitatively good images that help the radiologist or physician to diagnose most accurately. After the image acquisition, the radiographer does a quality evaluation based on established imaging criteria to decide if the image is satisfactory, or otherwise reject it and subsequently take a new one. Contrary to expectations that the number of image rejects should decrease substantially with the introduction of digital imaging, a number of studies have shown that it has not, although the reasons for rejects has changed from exposure errors to positioning and centring errors. Very little research has been on examining how radiographers visually perceive and evaluate the X-ray images in this acceptance/rejection process.Purpose: Investigate how radiographers and radiography students visually perceives X-ray images in the process of accepting or rejecting them on basis of radiographic imaging criteria, and see if there are differences in strategies across experience levels.Materials and methods: Three radiography students and five radiographers with varying years of experience were given the task of accepting or rejecting shoulder and knee projection images based on positioning criteria. Using eye tracking, we measured the participants’ number and duration of gaze fixations within 1) the field of view defined by the monitor display, 2) the part of the monitor displaying the X-ray image only, and 3) the region within the X-ray images considered to be most relevant given the imaging criteria task. The quantitative eye-tracking measurements were followed-up by four qualitative questions.Results: Some differences in fixation patterns between the groups were found; the medium experienced radiographers spent statistically significant lesser number of fixations and lesser average single fixation durations than both the radiography students and the most experienced radiographers did, whereas the two latter groups scored almost equally. Conclusion: The study revealed that work experience might have some influence on how radiographers and radiography students assess X-ray images, but in subtler ways than expected. The study also revealed, however, quite large individual differences across experience.
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Mardliyyah, Aisyatun, Anggraini Dwi Sensusiati, and Amilia Kartika Sari. "ROLE OF RADIOGRAPHER IN HANDLING COVID-19 AT CT SCAN ROOM DURING PANDEMIC." Journal of Vocational Health Studies 4, no. 2 (November 19, 2020): 83. http://dx.doi.org/10.20473/jvhs.v4.i2.2020.83-88.
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Background: Radiographers have a big role in handling COVID-19 during the pandemic. Radiographers not only play an important role in making good diagnostic images, but also in efforts to prevent infection transmission, especially in the CT scan room. Purpose: To compile and summarize role of radiographer in handling COVID-19 at CT scan room during pandemic. Methods: The method used is literature study. Sources of data used are observations and summaries of various literature from a collection of journals selected according to predetermined criteria and then presented descriptivel/narratively. Result: Role of radiographer in handling COVID-19 at CT scan room during pandemic from various journals. Conclusion: Role of radiographer includes setting the area and staff, preparing for the examination, conducting the examination, the level of PPE use, cleaning and disinfection methods and treating medical waste.
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Prahardi and Syaifudin Ramadhan Hidayat. "PERAN RADIOGRAFER DALAM PENANGGULANGAN PENYEBARAN COVID-19." JRI (Jurnal Radiografer Indonesia) 4, no. 2 (November 29, 2021): 89–91. http://dx.doi.org/10.55451/jri.v4i2.95.
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Background: Radiographers as part of health workers have a big role in handling COVID-19 during the pandemic. Radiographers not only play an important role in making good diagnostic images, but also in efforts to prevent the transmission of COVID-19 infection. Radiographers can take many roles in preventing the spread of COVID-19, including providing education about health protocols to patients and families and disinfecting workspaces and equipment. However, this role is often overlooked by radiographers
Methods: This type of research is descriptive analytic which describes the actual situation of the respondent who is the object of research. The data was obtained from the survey results which were then processed using the cross sectional study method
Results: The results of a survey of 22 radiographers who work in the Banyumas area, only 42.9% always ask the patient or patient's family to wash their hands before entering the examination room, 33.3% sometimes ask to wash their hands while 23.8% do not ask or suggest to wash hands when entering the examination room. In terms of disinfection of equipment and workspaces, there were 4.7% of radographers who never carried out disinfection, 28.6% occasionally carried out disinfection and 66.7% who always carried out disinfection.
Conclusions: Radiographers have an important role in preventing the spread of COVID-19. There are still many radiographers who do not play an important role in preventing the spread of COVID-19. It is necessary to raise awareness to radiographers besides they have the main task of making radiographs or therapy for patients properly and correctly, they also have an important role in overcoming the spread of covid-19
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Welgemoed, C. "Role development for therapy radiographers in breast planning: a case study and discussion of influencing factors." Journal of Radiotherapy in Practice 7, no. 01 (March 2008): 47–57. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s1460396907006267.
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AbstractPurpose:The purpose of this case study is to discuss factors that have an influence on the process of role development in radiotherapy breast planning.Key themes:This article describes the process of development as experienced by the author and discusses factors that hindered the process of role development. These factors include development of a career plan, professional issues, resources, organisational structures, support from consultants, managers, multi-disciplinary, and professional colleagues and peer resistance.Conclusion:The author makes recommendations that may contribute to improving the role development strategy in the profession and aid successful implementation of advanced practitioner and consultant roles for those radiographers who aspire to the consultant radiographer role in future. The article concludes that there is a need to identify, standardise and coordinate role development for therapy radiographers nationally to increase the appointment of more consultant radiographers.
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Longrigg, B. A., and B. T. Channon. "The X-ray request – an effective vehicle of communication?" Journal of Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging 6, no. 1 (March 2006): 35–42. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s1460472806000046.
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An X-ray request is an essential vehicle for communicating clinical information from the referring clinician to the radiographer, responsible for undertaking the procedure, who requires sufficient information to justify an exposure. Abbreviations and illegible handwriting can reduce this expected level of communication. Abbreviations were included on 81% of the request forms audited in this study and 9% of request forms were considered to be illegible. Radiographers have a high acceptance level of abbreviations compared to illegible handwriting. This study demonstrated that abbreviations could have more than one meaning to individual radiographers. Thus radiographers could waste valuable clinical time locating the referring clinician to clarify the implied meaning. The incorrect interpretation of the meaning of an abbreviation could lead to an erroneous examination being undertaken with subsequent medico-legal implications.
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Blyth, C. M., J. Anderson, W. Hughson, and A. Thomas. "An innovative approach to palliative care within a radiotherapy department." Journal of Radiotherapy in Practice 2, no. 2 (June 2000): 85–90. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s1460396900000145.
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Palliative radiotherapy represents a substantial workload of a radiotherapy department. This paper provides an overview of a unique service designed to minimise the time between consent and delivery of radiotherapy for palliative patients. In common with other patient-focused care initiatives, this has been achieved by innovative and radically redesigned work practices. Through role development therapeutic radiographers can perform simple palliative treatments. Utilising dedicated equipment they cover all stages of the treatment process, from patient booking through to the end of treatment, providing seamless care for the patient and significant benefits for the department. Auditing the accuracy of simulator radiographs performed by radiographers alone tested the validity of providing simulation of palliative treatment without medical support. The results show 90% required no change with only 1% rejected due to radiographer misinterpretation. The remaining 9% required further information to be supplied by the medical staff. Evaluation of this service included patient and medical staff satisfaction surveys. The results of both were very positive with 100% of medical staff satisfied with the service and all patients rating the service from good to excellent. This project has more than achieved its targets.
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Chan, Janet M. "Penile shadow artefact overlapping fractures." Radiography Open 1, no. 1 (December 1, 2014): 4. http://dx.doi.org/10.7577/radopen.1202.
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Soft tissue shadows are commonly seen on pelvic radiographs, and radiographers may overlook or are unaware that these shadows could be artefacts. In a case study, shadow of a penis superimposed with the fracture lines at pubic ramus and it was questioned whether a fracture of ramus ischio-pubis is present. Further radiographic views were performed to demonstrate the fractures without any artefact. There are other possible pelvic artefacts that may be seen and neglected on pelvic radiographs, thus it may lead to misdiagnosis of pelvic fracture. This essay should be served as a reminder for radiographers to recognize artefacts and differentiate it from pathology.
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Chaganti, S., D. Kumar, S. Patil, and P. Alderman. "A Language for Effective Communication between Surgeons and Radiographers in Trauma Theatre." Annals of The Royal College of Surgeons of England 91, no. 6 (September 2009): 509–12. http://dx.doi.org/10.1308/003588409x432185.
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INTRODUCTION The advent of the image intensifier has revolutionised trauma surgery since its development in 1955. The manufacturers have given names to various movements of the machine in the operating manual but it has not been popular among orthopaedic surgeons or radiographers. Lack of knowledge of names of various movements and ambiguity in command often leads to confusion between the surgeon and the radiographer regarding which way to move the image intensifier. A questionnaire-based study was conducted to assess the efficacy of communication between orthopaedic surgeons and radiographers while using the image intensifier intra-operatively. SUBJECTS AND METHODS Diagrams depicting the movements of the image intensifier were used in the questionnaire. Fifty questionnaires were given to orthopaedic surgeons and 50 to radiographers to name the various movements. RESULTS Ninety questionnaires were returned, 45 from surgeons and 45 from radiographers. Five questionnaires from surgeons and five from radiographers were returned blank. Of those responding, 97% could name the vertical movement, 68% the horizontal movement, 12% the swivel and 29% the angulation movement. None could name the orbital movement. CONCLUSIONS Even though orthopaedic surgeons do not operate the image intensifier themselves, knowledge of the movements of the image intensifier and their names can improve the efficacy of communication between surgeons and radiographers. A common language and precision in command can avoid confusion and has the potential to improve theatre time utilisation. The nomenclature of various movements of the image intensifier has been described and possible precise commands for various movements have been postulated.
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Harris, Rachel, and Charlotte Beardmore. "The research agenda and the role of the therapeutic radiographer: The College of Radiographers perspective." Journal of Radiotherapy in Practice 8, no. 2 (June 2009): 99–104. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s1460396908006559.
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AbstractThis article reflects on the influences on current radiotherapy practice and the key role that Therapeutic Radiographers have in the management of cancer care and the delivery of treatments. In particular the Cancer Reform Strategy is discussed which clearly highlights the many challenges related to cancer. Changes in societal and scientific understanding will demand that the most appropriate and evidence-based care is provided for patients, underscoring the need for evidence through research, to underpin every aspect of daily work if patient outcomes are to continue to improve. In October 2005, the Society and College of Radiographers published: ‘Research and the Radiography Profession—A Strategy and Five Year Plan’. This is an ambitious document, which sets out expectations for the appreciation and use of substantiated research involvement at all levels of practice. Sections of this document and the relevance to radiotherapy practice are discussed. Alongside this, the career progression model for radiography continued to be driven forward with support from the Department of Health. This model describing higher levels of practice for radiographers, at advanced and consultant levels, clearly identified research as a key requirement for the profession. The guidance document in 2006, from the Society and College of Radiographers ‘Positioning Therapeutic Radiographers within Cancer Services: Delivering Patient Centred Care’, further articulated these expert roles, in response to the changing drivers within cancer and across the radiotherapy pathway. In conclusion, research must become a fundamental component of everyday radiotherapy practice as it will verify professional standards of care and sustain the future of the profession. To contribute to the wider cancer agenda it is imperative that all therapeutic radiographers, from practitioner to consultant level, participate in and lead research.
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Sipos, David, Csaba Vandulek, Melinda Cs Petone, Andras Kedves, Attila A. Pandur, Imre Boncz, Jozsef Betlehem, Imre Repa, and Arpad Kovacs. "The Attrition and Migration Behaviour among Hungarian Radiographers." Global Journal of Health Science 10, no. 1 (November 19, 2017): 1. http://dx.doi.org/10.5539/gjhs.v10n1p1.
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INTRODUCTION: Organizations are social systems where human resources are the most important factors. In recent years, healthcare employers have assigned a high priority to the recruitment of educated health professionals. The aim of our study was to identify the possible reasons behind the migration and attrition behaviour among Hungarian radiographers. We were interested whether the professional staff have ideas across borders which can be connected with attrition.MATERIAL & METHODS: In our cross-sectional retrospective study we used a self designed questionnaire and the Effort-Reward Imbalance (ERI) Questionnaire’s shortened version. Our target group were active radiographers with BSC radiography degree. The study sample counted 216 radiographers (n=216). For data analysis we used the SPSS 13.0. Variance analysis, paired sample T-test, Chi-square test, linear regression and descriptive statistics were used with the performed probability of 95% (p<0.05).RESULTS: 30.6% of responders (n=66) were considering working abroad, 40.3% (n=87) of responders remain in Hungary. At the age group of 20–30 we can observe significant relationship between the working opportunity abroad (p=0.001). The migration tendency was specific for radiographers with no children (n=54). We found a significant relationship between the working ability abroad and the radiographers’ years spent working in the healthcare system (p=0.008). 41.7% of respondents (n=90) think that it would be a favorable option to making a career change. We also found a significant relationship between the possibility of working abroad and the desire for higher wages and the lack of making career advancements as a radiographer (p=0.001; p=0.001).CONCLUSION: Correlation of our results with similar research was difficult because very few researchers put their interest into radiographers. In respect to other healthcare workers (eg.: nurses, physiotherapists) our result correlate well with the literature. Our research provides a broad view of the migration and attrition tendency among Hungarian radiographers and its underlying causes. According to our study changes should be implemented in the Hungarian system to keep the younger radiographers home.
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Yordanova, Mariana Zhivkova. "Researching the Possibilities and Attitudes Towards Expanding the Professional Competences of Radiographers in North-Eastern Bulgaria." Journal of Advance Research in Medical & Health Science (ISSN: 2208-2425) 4, no. 9 (September 30, 2018): 76–82. http://dx.doi.org/10.53555/nnmhs.v4i9.605.
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The radiographer`s profession holds a significant place among the healthcare professionals in Bulgaria. Applying the medical imaging methods and techniques, performing the nuclear medicine tests and the radiotherapy procedures would be unthinkable without the participation of highly competent radiographers. The introduction of new high-tech equipment and technologies as well as of diagnosing and treating methods pose new challenges to the radiographers who now have to adopt new knowledge and skills and to perfect their competences in order to respond to the challenges of modern healthcare. This study aims at establishing the attitudes and tendency of practicing radiographers towards expanding their professional competences in their field of practice. Documentary, sociological and statistical methods have been used. Sources related to the topic have been researched. The study presents the opinion of 182 radiographers practicing in the North-Eastern region of Bulgaria regarding the attitudes and the tendency to expand the professional competences of radiographers. The interviewees have been distributed as follows: 137 radiographers (75.27%) practicing in the field of medical imaging, 42 (23.08%) – in radiotherapy and 3 (1.65%) in the field of nuclear medicine. The data has been processed mathematically and statistically and the results have been presented as graphs. The study showed that the radiographers from all three fields of practice and within the age group 22-40 years (professional experience up to 15 years) are more willing to expand their professional competences in the field of practice but after additional training compared to the age group 40-60 years (professional experience more than 15 years) who consider the competence they already possess allows them to perform the assigned tasks and that adopting new competences would increase their work load. The data obtained from the study in terms of the field of practice is quite interesting. The radiographers practicing in the field of radiotherapy are more willing to adopt new competences compared to those practicing in the field of medical imaging and nuclear medicine. This is due to some extent to the fact that radiographers working in the field of medical imaging have to deal with more work load, often in emergency situations and this would make difficult assuming new responsibilities.
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Abohaikel, Alaa Sadiq, Huda Hussein Musa, and Kristin Bakke Lysdahl. "Radiografers oppfatninger av suboptimale henvisninger innen konvensjonell røntgen - en kvalitativ studie." Radiography Open 4, no. 1 (December 20, 2018): 17. http://dx.doi.org/10.7577/radopen.3097.
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Title: Radiographers’ perception of suboptimal referrals for plain radiography – a qualitative study.Introduction: Adequately filled in radiology requests forms are crucial for the quality of conducting and reporting examinations. Still suboptimal referrals occur. The knowledge of how the referrals are assessed handled in the radiological department is limited, in particular the role of the radiographers. The purpose of this study was to investigate how radiographers understand, experience and act upon suboptimal referrals and how this influence their work.Methods and Materials: A semi-structured interview guide was developed and applied in individual interviews with five radiographers in south-east Norway. The radiographers had different length of employment and experience in performing plain radiographs. The interviews were transcribed and analyzed using a thematic analysis method.Results: Five main categories were identified from the interviews. 1) Scope and type of referral quality problems, where the problem is recognised, mainly due to missing clinical information, which is reported to occur frequently, particularly in referrals for control examinations. 2) Communication experiences and approaches towards patients, experienced colleges or radiologists, when seeking to substitute missing/wrong referral information. 3) Consequences of inappropriate referrals, in shape of unwarranted examinations, waste of time, and reduced job satisfaction. 4) Perceived responsibility for optimisation and justification of examinations. 5) Strategies to overcome the problem, through leadership and co-operation between radiographers, radiologists and referring physicians.Conclusion: Suboptimal referral quality influence the radiographers work. They recognize it as a commonplace problem with implication for quality patient care, own work-situation and -satisfaction and economically for health society. Increased interdisciplinary co-operation may improve the quality of the referrals.
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Irsal, Muhammad, Firdha Adlia Syuhada, Yolanda Pangestu Ananda, Andre Galih Pratama Putra, Muhammad Rizky Syahputera, Syahputera Wibowo, and Rizky Kahar. "ANALYSIS EXPOSURE INDEX AS AN OPTIMIZATION EFFORT ON EXAMINATION CHEST POSTERIOR ANTERIOR." Journal of Vocational Health Studies 4, no. 2 (November 19, 2020): 50. http://dx.doi.org/10.20473/jvhs.v4.i2.2020.50-54.
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Background: Radiographers are responsible for producing image quality which can provide accurate diagnostic information by considering the lowest possible radiation dose according to the As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) principle. Participation between radiographers and medical physicists is needed in optimizing efforts to control the selection of exposure factors by the required clinical radiographic examination. Purpose: To analyze the exposure index on examination chest posterior-anterior. Methods: Quantitative descriptive by analyzing the percentage of exposure index results used in chest PA radiographs as an effort to optimize: image quality and radiation dose indicators on chest PA examinations. Results: Optimization of exposure percentage results of 68%, 25% underexposure, 4% underexposure, 2% overexposure, 1% overexposure (noise). Radiographers have tried to optimize: image quality and image radiation dose by selecting exposure factors that are tailored to the patient’s condition and maximizing post-processing for increased quality. Conclusion: In optimizing the CR imaging system, it is necessary to understand exposure index, this is related to the underexposed, optimal, and overexposed categories, besides radiographers can take advantage of post-processing to improve image quality.
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M.Nyalla, Alfonce Mang’oka. "WASTAGE OF IMAGING MATERIALS IN MEDICAL CONVENTIONAL, SPECIALISED IMAGING AND THE RELATIONSHIP IN CONTINUOUS PROFESSSIONAL DEVELOPMENT." Volume 2 Issue 2 2, no. 2 (April 15, 2018): 8–12. http://dx.doi.org/10.31674/mjmr.2018.v02i02.002.
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Imaging materials are the most important consumables in X-ray Departments and are key to the cost-effective running of the departments. While in use, some materials like radiographs are spoiled and discarded due to several reasons. At the same time, the skills that the radiographers have in producing radiographs play a major role in whether the film is accepted or rejected. The aim of this study was to undertake a wastage survey of materials used in conventional, specialized medical imaging and their relationship with Continuous Professional Development (CPD). Data collection was done in Mbangathi District Hospital. Phaseone involved the collection of radiographs and print paper wasted during examinations that were discarded. Phase two of the study was concerned with the filling in of questionnaires by the radiographers working in Mbagathi hospital regarding CPD. The study applied a descriptive design. The findings revealed that at Mbagathi X-Ray Department wastage rate was 5.47%. There were various reasons for radiograph wastage in Mbagathi Hospital which included exposure errors 59%, positioning 11%, processing 11% and film fog at 19%. From the results, exposure errors emerged as a major area where most wasted radiographs came from. The results from the questionnaire completed by the radiographers regarding CPD revealed that lack of finances was the most common obstacle to the attendance of continuous professional development activities (90.9%), followed by poor communication (72.7%), lack of time (54.5%) and the infrequent organization of CPD activities (27.3%).
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Bwanga, Osward, Joseph Mulenga, Ernest Chanda, and Joseph Mulenga. "Need for Image Reporting by Radiographers in Zambia." Medical Journal of Zambia 46, no. 3 (December 31, 2019): 215–20. http://dx.doi.org/10.55320/mjz.46.3.560.
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There is a critical shortage of radiologists in Zambia, with only 5 serving the entire population of approximately 17 million. For this reason, most hospitals, especially in rural areas have no radiologist services. This leaves most diagnostic imaging examinations unreported. In order to bring imaging services closer to the families who stand as a point of care, this article addresses the ways and possibilities of having reporting radiographers assisting radiologists in reporting on plain film radiographs. It has further evaluated evidence and research on how this undertaking has worked well in other countries. The article ends by recognising that with postgraduate training in image interpretation and reporting, radiographers (both diploma and degree holders) in Zambia can effectively report on plain film radiographs; thereby improving access to this service for the majority of patients.
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Nachalwe, Mercy Chipampe, and Osward Bwanga. "Impact and challenges of consultancy role regarding the delivery of breast Imaging services in the United Kingdom: consultant breast radiographers’ perspective." Medical Journal of Zambia 48, no. 1 (April 6, 2021): 46–53. http://dx.doi.org/10.55320/mjz.48.1.748.
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BACKGROUND: Breast cancer is the common and leading cause of death in women worldwide. Imaging and radiographers play an important role in the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. With the increase in demand and shortage of radiologists in the UK, consultant breast radiographers were introduced to perform some roles previously performed by radiologists. However, there is scarcity of research to assist other countries, such as Zambia who are planning to extend the role of a radiographer.
OBJECTIVE: To explore the impact and challenges of consultancy role regarding the delivery of breast imaging services in the United Kingdom.
MATERIAL AND METHODS: The study was guided by a qualitative research design. The sample was purposively selected, and a semi-structured interview was used to collect data from consultant breast radiographers in the UK. Data saturation reached after interviewing eight participants. Interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed and data analysed thematically.
RESULTS: Two themes were identified: impact and challenges of consultancy role regarding the delivery of imaging breast services. The creation of consultant posts impacted positively on the service delivery: reduction in patient waiting times, career progression and job satisfaction, and reduction in the workload of radiologists. Participants also faced challenges: increased workload and time pressure, isolation and poor support from colleagues and animosity from few radiologists.
CONCLUSION: It is evident that consultant breast radiographers have contributed greatly to improved healthcare delivery. However, they encounter challenges in their role as consultants. Radiographers undertaking new roles should be supported to improve the delivery of imaging services.
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Ormerod, Alison Mary, and Anne J. Jessop. "An evaluation of support of patients with prostate cancer during and beyond radiotherapy treatment. A local perspective on future provision." Journal of Radiotherapy in Practice 14, no. 4 (July 23, 2015): 370–77. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s1460396915000308.
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AbstractPurposeThis study was designed to evaluate whether radiographer-led on-treatment review clinics are meeting the wider needs of prostate patients receiving radiotherapy.MethodsSemi-structured interviews were used to elicit patient and staff perspectives. Interviews are used extensively in qualitative research to produce a breadth and depth of insight into participants’ experiences and opinions. Seven patients and two radiographers participated in individual audio-taped interviews. Thematic analysis of the data identified some key themes and their perceived importance within the review service for both patients and staff.ResultsSemi-structured interviews were used to elicit patient and staff views. Several themes emerged from patient and radiographer perspectives. Radiographers and patients both expressed overall satisfaction with the service. Strengths included staff communication, relaxed environment, individualised support, regular information spread throughout the review pathway and consistency in managing acute side effects. Weaknesses included information and communication gaps at the beginning and end of treatment, information inconsistency between staff groups, gaps in specialist knowledge and a possible gap in skills where staff could train as supplementary prescribers.ConclusionInterviews produced an in-depth view of patient and staff experiences. Staff and patients identified both strengths and areas for improvement within the local service. Study findings support review radiographers in sourcing additional specialist training and a closer collaboration with other staff groups, which will further develop the service. As a next step, triangulation of research methods with questionnaires could be used to evaluate whether this small sample of patients is characteristic of prostate patients in general.
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Hales, Rosie B., John Rodgers, Lee Whiteside, Lisa McDaid, Joseph Berresford, Geoff Budgell, Ananya Choudhury, and Cynthia L. Eccles. "Therapeutic Radiographers at the Helm: Moving Towards Radiographer-Led MR-Guided Radiotherapy." Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences 51, no. 3 (September 2020): 364–72. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jmir.2020.05.001.
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Freeman, Christina. "Prescribing for Radiographers—comment from the Society and College of Radiographers." Radiography 9, no. 4 (November 2003): 267. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2003.11.005.
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Pattinson, Laura, and Anne Jessop. "The delivery of health improvement information during radiotherapy treatment: a survey of UK therapy radiographers." Journal of Radiotherapy in Practice 15, no. 2 (April 7, 2016): 114–30. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s146039691600011x.
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AbstractIntroductionThe burden of lifestyle-associated disease is increasing with a preventative approach to health becoming more of a focus. Within the oncology setting, the importance of supporting patients with positive lifestyle changes post treatment is included within the recently developed recovery package and the contribution of therapeutic radiographers will be significant in the implementation of this.MethodA 23-question survey tool was distributed via the online platform Survey Monkey. The questionnaire was promoted online through the Society and College of Radiographers (SCoR). All members of the SCoR had access to the questionnaire to allow for assessment of health improvement provision nationally. Quantitative and qualitative data were acquired and analysed using the statistical package for the social sciences, descriptive statistics and thematic analysis.ResultsTherapy radiographers recognise importance of health promotion. Highest levels of provision were observed with smoking cessation and lowest levels of provision observed on the topic of exercise. Key barriers identified were staff responsibility and lack of knowledge and training of therapy radiographers.DiscussionHealth improvement is part of the role of the therapy radiographer and is delivered within UK radiotherapy departments; however, there is scope to increase delivery with the identification and overcoming of barriers to provision.
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Harvey-Lloyd, Jane, and Jane Morris. "Supporting Newly Qualified Diagnostic Radiographers: Are We Getting It Right?" International Journal of Practice-based Learning in Health and Social Care 8, no. 2 (December 15, 2020): 57–67. http://dx.doi.org/10.18552/ijpblhsc.v8i2.673.
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The NHS is facing a rising demand in services and consequently, newly qualified practitioners are required to possess a much wider set of skills than ever before. In diagnostic radiography, this pressure is underpinned by the expanding role that diagnostic imaging now plays in many patient pathways. Despite the need for structured support for graduates which has been acknowledged by a range of studies and the introduction of the Preceptorship Framework for Newly Registered Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals (Department of Health, (DoH), 2010) the uptake in radiography is limited. A longitudinal study employed an interpretive phenomenological methodology collating data from nine participants during their first year as band five radiographers. Each participant was interviewed at three, six and twelve months. Six main themes were identified during a wider PhD study Being and Becoming a Diagnostic Radiographer (Harvey-Lloyd, 2018). This article explores one of the key sub themes ‘structured support’ which strongly featured in the three- and six-month interviews. Two of the nine participants received a structured support programme during their first 12 months of transition as newly qualified radiographers. These programmes focussed on the completion of tasks and were mechanistic in approach. This type of support ignores the process of transformation into the role of a diagnostic radiographer and fails to adequately support those from Generation Z. A model of preceptorship is proposed which combines skills and competence development, supporting transition and personal and professional development; thus, providing the newly qualified radiographers with a holistic range of support.
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Holland, Paul, Hazel Spence, Alison Clubley, Chantel Brooks, David Baldwin, and Kate Pointon. "Reporting radiographers and their role in thoracic CT service improvement: managing the pulmonary nodule." BJR|Open 2, no. 1 (November 2020): 20190018. http://dx.doi.org/10.1259/bjro.20190018.
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Objectives: The use of cross-sectional imaging in clinical medicine has been a major step forward in the management of many conditions but with that comes the increasing demand on resources and the detection of other potentially significant findings. This, in the context of a shortage of skilled radiologists, means that new ways of working are important. In thoracic CT, pulmonary nodules are a significant challenge because they are so common. Poor and inconsistent management can both cause harm to patients and waste resources so it is important that the latest guidelines are followed. The latter mandate the use of semi-automated volumetry that allows more precise management but is time-consuming. Methods: Reporting radiographers were iteratively trained in the use of semi-automated volumetry for pulmonary nodules by experienced thoracic radiologists. Once trained in this specific aspect, radiographers completed reporting of pulmonary nodules, checked by radiologists. Results: Radiographer reporting reduced radiologist time in reporting nodules and measuring their volume. Most of the volumetry was completed prior to the multidisciplinary meeting. This facilitated an increase in the number of patients discussed in 60 min from 15 to 22. Radiographers failed to detect few nodules, although a second read by radiologists is required in any case for other aspects of the reporting. Conclusion: Reporting radiographers, working with radiologists in a supportive setting, can deliver the radiology in a lung nodule pathway, reducing the time commitment from radiologists and the pulmonary nodule multidisciplinary team members, whilst using this as an opportunity to conduct research.
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RIBEIRO, Luís Pedro Vieira, António Fernando Caldeira Lagem ABRANTES, Oksana LESYUK, Rúben DORES, Patrick SOUSA, Sónia RODRIGUES, Rui Pedro Pereira de ALMEIDA, Kevin AZEVEDO AZEVEDO, Joana SOARES, and João ALEIXO. "ANODE HEEL EFFECT ATTENUATION IN LUMBAR SPINE RADIOGRAPHY: CAN THE USE OF ALUMINIUM FILTERS IMPROVE CLINICAL PRACTICE OF RADIOGRAPHERS?" Medical Imaging and Radiotherapy journal 37, no. 2 (December 30, 2020): 19–26. http://dx.doi.org/10.47724/mirtj.2020.i02.a003.
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Purpose: The aim of this study was to design an aluminium-based filter to reduce the anode heel effect in lumbar spine radiographs. Methods: Initially, lumbar spine examinations were observed in a public imaging department to determine the standard exposure parameters. Then, the characterization of the anode heel effect was made using the Unfors Xi R/F detector and based on the data collected, aluminium filters were designed with a wedge shape, with thicknesses ranging from 0.1 to 4.0 mm. The assessment of the entrance skin dose (ESD) reduction was performed on the anthropomorphic phantom, with and without filters, using the universal dosimeter UNIDOS E equipped with an ionization chamber. Lastly, the image quality assessment was performed with the Pehamed Phantom Digrad A+K and image quality surveys were applied to radiographers and radiologists. Results and Discussion: Uniformity of the beam was achieved, especially with the filter number 2, which presents a significant variation of 9% between cathode and anode side. This filter contributes to ESD reduction of 35% and 36% for AP and lateral projection, respectively. Also, according to the radiographers and radiologists, it improves the image quality of lumbar spine radiography. Conclusion: The use of aluminium filters can be advantageous in the clinical practice of radiographers when carrying out lumbar spine radiographs, since it allows to standardize the anode heel effect, reducing the radiation dose to the patient and without compromising the image quality.
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Price, Richard C. "Radiographers meet ‘old’ challenge." Radiography 4, no. 4 (November 1998): 237–38. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s1078-8174(98)80009-6.
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Fowler, P. "Learning styles of radiographers." Radiography 8, no. 1 (February 2002): 3–11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1053/radi.2001.0343.
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CULLINAN, P. "Occupational asthma in radiographers." Lancet 340, no. 8833 (December 1992): 1477. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0140-6736(92)92675-6.
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Hoemke, Geraldine F. "Breast Disease for Radiographers." Radiology 172, no. 1 (July 1989): 138. http://dx.doi.org/10.1148/radiology.172.1.138.
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Skundberg, Patricia A. "Applied Pathology for Radiographers." Radiology 173, no. 3 (December 1989): 734. http://dx.doi.org/10.1148/radiology.173.3.734.
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Meire, H. B. "Radiographers and obstetric ultrasound." BMJ 292, no. 6513 (January 11, 1986): 77–78. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bmj.292.6513.77.
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Loughran, C. F. "Reporting of fracture radiographs by radiographers: the impact of a training programme." British Journal of Radiology 67, no. 802 (October 1994): 945–50. http://dx.doi.org/10.1259/0007-1285-67-802-945.
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PANDUR, Attila András, Szabolcs CSEH, József TOLLÁR, Imre REPA, Csaba VANDULEK, Péter KOVÁCS, András KEDVES, Árpád KOVÁCS, Melinda PETŐNÉ CSIMA, and Dávid SIPOS. "THE EFFECT OF FAMILY AND WORKPLACE CHARACTERISTICS ON THE BURNOUT LEVEL OF RADIOGRAPHERS WORKING IN ONCOLOGY PATIENT CARE." Medical Imaging and Radiotherapy journal 37, no. 2 (December 30, 2020): 5–12. http://dx.doi.org/10.47724/mirtj.2020.i02.a001.
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Purpose: The aim of our study was to explore the burnout rate of radiographers working in oncology patient care. Materials and methods: Our cross-sectional, targeted non-random sampled research was carried out from June 2018 to September 2018. We used the Maslach Burnout Inventory supplemented with our own questionnaire for online data collection. In addition to demographic aspects, we collected data about job characteristics to examine predictors of burnout. Statistical analysis was performed using descriptive statistics, two-sampled t-test, analysis of variance, Mann-Whitney test and Kruskal-Wallis test were used at 95% confidence level (p=0.05). Results: We analyzed the data of 72 radiographers working in oncology patient care (n=72) and 332 radiographers working in other fields of patient care (n=332). Radiographers working in oncology patient care were characterized by a significantly increased value of emotional exhaustion (p=0.001). Respondents who were single, provided monthly on-call duty and held university degree showed depersonalization (p=0.001). The presence of a secondary job, working more than 40 hours of work per week and active participation in on-call duty services had a negative effect on emotional exhaustion (p=0.001). Respondents with more than one child in their household showed a significantly better value of personal accomplishment (p=0.001). The subjective assessesment of poor financial status had negative effect on all three dimensions of burnout (p=0.001). Conclusion: The mean values of the emotional exhaustion of radiograhers working in oncology patient care increased significantly. The observed elevated value of personal accomplishment shows a sign of positive feedback coming from the patients towards the radiographer.
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Lone, Mutahira, Ahmad H. Sheikh, Andreea Factor, Niamh Moore, and Muhammad A. Javaid. "Impact of a multimodal anatomy CPD course on intravenous cannulation skills – An Irish radiographers and radiation therapists’ perspective." European Journal of Anatomy 26, no. 1 (January 2022): 73–86. http://dx.doi.org/10.52083/qpaw2060.
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Radiographers and radiation therapists continually upgrade their knowledge to remain informed and competent in modern radiological imaging techniques. Despite the generally agreed upon significance of anatomy for successful interpretation of imaging modalities, its link with clinical performance of radiographers and radiation therapists has not been highlighted before. The above-stated gap in the literature was addressed by employing an anatomy-based CPD course and investigating its influence on intravenous cannulation and administration skills of 10 radiographers and 4 radiation therapists. The course comprised interactive anatomy tutorials (employing vascular histology e-modules and vascular prosections), lectures and simulation sessions to practice IV cannulation. Likert questionnaires were employed to gauge attitudes and interests, prior to and after the course. At the end of the course, participants perceived anatomy prosections/dissection more useful compared to other learning modalities, including social media, textbooks, e-learning, plastic models and lectures. This corresponded with a significant increase in their perceived level of anatomy knowledge and confidence in identifying structures on prosections, and tracing vessels on radiographs and body surface. Anatomy-based CPD course was valued with regards to their career progression and enhancement of anatomical knowledge. Furthermore, the use of prosections and hands-on practical sessions was highly commended and a desire to attend similar future courses was expressed. Lastly, participants identified factors facilitating or hindering course attendance and offered advice to improve efficacy of future courses. We conclude that an interactive anatomy-based CPD—employing multimodal pedagogies—can be effective in enhancing anatomy knowledge and clinical competence of radiographers and radiation therapists.
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Cain, Michelle. "Radiographer non-medical prescribing: independence and implications for practice." Journal of Prescribing Practice 1, no. 10 (October 1, 2019): 506–11. http://dx.doi.org/10.12968/jprp.2019.1.10.506.
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Non-medical prescribing is not a new initiative in healthcare. The modernisation of the NHS, strained workforces in radiotherapy and clinical oncology and the recognition that the role of the radiographer extends across the entire patient pathway has motivated development of therapeutic radiographer roles. For advanced, expert and consultant radiographers, this includes non–medical, supplementary, and independent prescribing authority. Limitations in current prescribing legislation have the potential to negatively impact these services. However, the overall benefits of non-medical prescribing for the patient, professional and entire workforce are undeniable. Radiographer non-medical prescribing is pertinent to the maintenance and continued improvement of cancer services.
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Dean, June C., and Donna S. Routsis. "Training needs of radiographers for implementing Tomotherapy in NHS practice." Journal of Radiotherapy in Practice 9, no. 3 (September 2010): 175–83. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s1460396910000099.
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AbstractBackground: Addenbrooke’s was awarded Department of Health funding for Tomotherapy in 2006, to evaluate the functionality and application of the image guidance element of Tomotherapy. No Tomotherapy unit had been implemented into a National Health Service (NHS) working environment before, so there was no model to follow. An education and training program needed to be created to ensure accurate and efficient delivery of radiotherapy using Tomotherapy.Method: The educational needs of radiographers had to be derived from first principles. An assessment of Tomotherapy treatment delivery process was made, identifying the tasks within the process and then the skills and knowledge required to achieve each task. The process was derived from site visits to non-NHS centres using Tomotherapy, nationally and internationally. This was supplemented by educational courses for specific aspects of Tomotherapy Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT) and Image Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT).Results: The core skills and knowledge required were identified and an in-house educational programme created. Competencies for Tomotherapy delivery were assessed against image matching accuracy and speed. All radiographers were able to meet these standards so that Tomotherapy IGRT on the treatment unit required no input from clinical oncologists, making effective and efficient use of staff resources.Conclusion: The educational and training needs of radiographer staff were identified and a Tomotherapy training program was devised to enable image registration to be radiographer driven.