Computerized tomography, 30 credits

A total of 120 credits including a Degree of Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Radiology Nursing. Furthermore, knowledge is required in Swedish and English equivalent to Swedish B and English A (with at least the Pass grade).

On completion of the course, the student should be able to: Part 1: • describe the technical structure of the computer tomograph and explain the connection between this structure and generation of examination images • explain connections between image quality and the used methodology, parameters setting and administration of contrast media • describe how image materials is post processed Part 2: • apply deeper anatomic knowledge within computer tomography examinations • apply deeper physiological knowledge within computer tomography examinations • explain underlying occasions and mechanisms of diseases, aetiology • explain how the function of the body and the organs is influenced by disease, pathophysiology • relate the connections between the disease and used examination methodology with regard to ethical issue Part 3: • describe various types of databases, compare structures for these and identify relevant search strategies • describe various types of studies and also be able to explain the differences between a qualitative and a quantitative study • analyse and summarize results of both descriptive and statistical material • apply a literature study methodology and based on a given issue review and summarize • generalise the results of the literature study within prevailing knowledge situation and apply this for own professional development

The course is divided in three parts.

The course includes lectures, laboratory sessions and demonstrations and independent written examination tasks. The course also contains field studies (in part 1 and 2) that be planned in consultation with responsible teacher. Laboratory sessions, demonstrations and field studies are compulsory parts. In consultation with the examiner of the course, the student can receive complementary assignment in case of absence from compulsory parts.

Part 1 is examined through independent written examination. Part 2 is examined through independent written examination. Part 3 is examined through written compilation and oral presentation. For a Pass grade in the course is required participation in laboratory sessions, field studies and individual assignment and passed independent written examination. A student who has failed in the regular examination, is entitled to participate in five more examinations. If the student has failed six examinations/tests, no more examination is offered. The number of times that the student has participated in one and the same examination is regarded as an examination session. Submission of a blank examination is regarded as an examination. An examination for which the student registered but not participated in, will not be regarded as an examination.

Examination will be provided during a period of two years after a close-down of the course. Examination may take place under a previous reading list during a period of one year after the date of the renewal of the reading list.

Course evaluation will be carried out in accordance with the guidelines established by the Board of Education at Karolinska Institutet. Language of instruction: Swedish.