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Radiologic technology is a satisfying and rewarding career. It is a technical and refined science. As a radiological technologist, there are many essential duties and responsibilities that have to be fulfilled in order to be a good one. First of all, radiological technologists have to maintain a well-mannered and professional behavior when gathering information. They have to assure their patients that they are in good hands therefore; they give patients the uppermost quality of care and services. Second of all, the main responsibility of a healthcare provider is to keep all knowledge of a patient’s health record confidential or secluded. That means radiological technologists cannot talk about patients at home or with friends and classmates

Professionalism is an adherence to a set of values comprising both a formally agreed-upon code of conduct and the informal expectations of colleagues, clients and society. The key values include acting in a patient's interest, responsiveness to the health needs of society, maintaining the highest standards of excellence in the practice of medicine and in the generation and dissemination of knowledge. In addition to medical knowledge and skills, medical professionals should present psychosocial and humanistic qualities such as caring, empathy, humility and compassion, as well as social responsibility and sensitivity to people's culture and beliefs. All these qualities are expected of members of highly trained professions.

Radiologists collect medical information from patient histories and other medical professionals, and arrange reports that summarize the patient’s diagnosis. They work in clean, well-kept areas, and may have to share work space with other radiologists or technicians. Radiologists are exposed to radiation, diseases and infections on a daily basis, so protective clothing is required at all times. They can expect to work more than 40 hours a week, which can go into the evenings and weekends. These physicians value achievement, recognition, independence, and achievement, while paying attention to detail, having a concern for others, and having analytical thinking. More than half of the radiologists in America work in hospitals, and all of them work in some sort of healthcare

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I believe the best way to take care of patients is through education. Through education, patients gain a better idea of their circumstance and have the ability to take control over their health. Using sincerity, professionalism, humor, and approachability, educating a patient can be done in an effect manner. I have seen these qualities in action during my observations, and I believe that I possess these traits and have the ability to further develop them. Through these attributes, I hope that I can become a humble and well-respected occupational

Trust between the physician and patient will help to increase the chance for a good outcome. The article “Taking a uniform approach to nursing attire” (Fogle,C., Reams, P., 2014)claims that “professional dress was found to impart confidence in the wearers ability and knowledge”(Fogle, C., Reams, P., 2014). If the patient trusts the health care team they will be more inclined to comply with the physician’s plan of care. Patients will listen to the education the nurse is providing to help prepare them for discharge. If the ability to gain the patients trust is lost patients will not comply with the plan of care which may result in the patient returning to the hospital or not returning at all.

Strengths of the evaluation tool is strong because it is given to all new hires, it has many subdivisions, includes other health care providers interactions, along with critical care thinking in reference to knowing limits and how they evaluate situations. Before a preceptor is given a new nurse to precept, they must attend a series of classes. These classes elaborate the teaching and evaluation concepts of checklist for evaluation. This brings consistency, that everyone is educated in the same manner as how to approach and evaluate a new RN. The focus is on approachable nurses and also on those individuals that are strong and difficult to teach. A weakness that is obvious, is that the evaluation is subjective in nature. After all, we

Everywhere you go and in everything you do, professionalism comes in to account in some way or another. Professionalism has been defined as, “a strict adherence to courtesy, honesty and responsibility when dealing with individuals or other companies in the business environment” (Clarke, 2015). When it comes to the career of nursing, professionalism is taken to a whole other level. Not only does professionalism come in to account with your business professionals and peers, but you have patients with whom professionalism is highly practiced as well. Professionalism in nursing means that you are able to handle all the responsibilities given to you in an efficient and proper way. It means that when you are given an order that needs to be carried out by a doctor or a patient who needs your help, you adhere to what is being expected of you in a timely manner. Physicians put trust into nurses in order to carry out orders that are needed to save patients’ lives. If you’re not looked at as professional and responsible, it is going to be very hard to have a successful career. Responsibility is what nursing is all about. Professionalism in nursing means that along with taking on big responsibilities, you have discipline. Discipline in nursing is crucial to being successful. Not only to keep your patients safe, but so that you personally are on the ball and looked at by others as professional, therefore, making you a great nurse. Professionalism means that you have the

The thought of professionalism conjures up many ideas, and possibly pre-conceived judgements. These will not always be classed as positive or negative, but will undoubtedly have a profound effect on the way you are perceived in your area of work or chosen profession.

As a radiographer patient safety is an essential part of the scope of practice that cannot be taken lightly. This essay will look at a scenario where patient safety is compromised and the effect this can have on a career. The implications on the radiographer’s career will be discussed in alliance with the Radiographers scope of practice and Medical Law.

In a highly respected profession such as nursing, professionalism is an important element to staying employed and setting one’s self apart from the rest of the applicants when competing for a potential job. By definition professionalism are the qualities and traits that describe a professional. While knowledge is crucial in any profession, according to an article published by the University of Kansas (2012), “all medical professionals must strive to retain those humanistic qualities integrity, respect, and compassion that constitute the essence of professionalism.” Whether you work in a hospital or administration these three qualities encompass the core of nursing and exemplify what it means to be a professional.

When a patient is no longer or unable to feed themselves orally a feeding tube must be ordered. Specifically, when a patient has prolonged bleeding, facial trauma, upper GI blockage and cancer. An enteral tube feeding can be placed nasally for a short period of time. The NG tube catheter tip normally resides inside the stomach or in the small intestine past the pylorus. The number one complication involved with the use of NG tube feeding is incorrect placement. A nurse can unintentionally place an NG catheter into the lungs, most notably when a patient has little to no gag reflex. Completing a test for gastric contents, pH or performing a chest x-ray after inserting an NG tube for confirmation of proper insertion. Another major complication when using NG tubal feeding is aspiration within the lungs due to gastric substances enter the trachea and into the bronchial spaces of the lungs. Keeping the head of the bed elevated greater than 30 degrees will reduce aspiration to least possibility. Applying a gastrostomy or jejunostomy tube for enteral feedings when NG tube has interference with therapy or ensues intolerance. The gastrostomy tube, PEG, tip situated in the stomach and exits the body through the left upper quadrant of the abdomen where a bumper holds it into location. Internally positioned by a doctor during an endoscopy, radiology or surgery. A jejunostomy tube is set while in surgery, radiology or endoscopic. If done endoscopic, the PEJ tube goes

In a recent patient review study, one patient answered, “Are the doctors communicating amongst themselves here? It would be so much better for the patient if they were collaborating as a team.” This statement goes for every health care professional in this hospital. Employee actions are not going unnoticed by patients. It’s essential for doctors to have a general understanding of radiology procedures in order to treat patients appropriately. Mandatory training for physician assistants on understanding radiology exams will enhance communication between P.A’s and technologists, clarify communication between P.A’s and patients, and eliminate unnecessary radiation exposure by ordering radiology exams appropriately.

In the radiography department, patient care is the number one priority. Patient care can be accomplished by the care technologists provide as well as the equipment being used. Technological advancements have given technologist the ability to do both simultaneously. The development of PET/MRI procedures has given hospitals the opportunity to not only increase their diagnostic efficiency but also limit the amount of exams needed for their patients. This allows the hospital to better serve their patients as well as improve patient care.

At Chicago Proton Center, there is staff working at the front desk, nurses and therapists who help to coordinate care and calls into the center. Radiation oncologists see patients many patients every day and in such busy environment, it is remarkable that things generally stay on schedule and well-run. It involves coordination, collaboration, communication between entire staff to keep things working efficiently. The center is organized around electronic systems one which tracks where patients are in the process of check-in, being seen by a nurse, being seen and treated by a therapist, then checking out. The other system is electronic health record (EHR) which stores patient’s health record. Being myself a coder/biller, I have realized how important is to keep a “perfect” health record and write a good chart note after an encounter with a patient. The more detailed clearer, concise, and organized the EHR is, the easier it is for others to get an understanding the patient’s health medical issue. Thus, during this week practicum, I learned that teamwork and any interpersonal skills are the base for a well-organized practice and the best way to deliver patient care. Whether the communication is verbal or written between manager and staff, between patients and staff or physicians, it is essential to be clear, concise and organized communication skills.