Bachelor of Radiography Honours in Ultrasound
Health Sciences and Social Services - Curative Health
Purpose and Rationale
Bachelor of Radiography Honours in Ultrasound
Purpose:
The purpose of the Bachelor of Radiography Honours in Ultrasound is to develop a learner competent in the knowledge and skills required for the profession of ultrasound. The qualifying learner will acquire skills in management, problem-solving, and research to work independently and in a supervisory capacity within the health care team. Upon completion of this qualification, qualifying learners will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and sciences at a level suitable for application in the clinical field.
- Assess and perform patient care in a manner that ensures the patient's welfare is maintained.
- Apply the principles of human rights, ethics, and medical law to ensure the well-being of the patient.
- Perform sonographic protocols and procedures to produce optimum quality images in specified areas of ultrasound.
- Critically assess sonographic images and apply pattern recognition to determine aberrant appearances in keeping with pathology.
- Apply ultrasound-specific measures to ensure the health and safety of patients, self, and colleagues are maintained.
- Plan, develop, and apply total quality management appropriate to the sonographic context.
- Demonstrate research skills and foster a research climate in ultrasound imaging.
Rationale:
- Ultrasound is one of the identified scarce skills in South Africa, playing a crucial role in healthcare's transition to a pre-emptive model.
- The qualification is essential in both public and private sectors as part of a multidisciplinary team providing holistic healthcare services.
- Successful completion enables registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in the field of Ultrasound.
- The qualification aims to develop highly trained health professionals to render quality care and professional services nationally, regionally, and internationally.
- It provides education and training for radiographers to acquire an additional qualification in ultrasound imaging.
- Qualifying learners will contribute to early diagnosis and treatment, supporting United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.
- Ultrasound's portability, cost-effectiveness, and need across all healthcare levels make it a valuable imaging tool.
- This qualification is recognized as a requirement for registration to practice in the field of Diagnostic Radiography by the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
Outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and sciences at a level suitable for application in the clinical field.
- Assess and perform patient care in a manner, which ensures that the patient's welfare is maintained.
- Apply the principles of human rights, ethics and medical law which ensure the well-being of the patient.
- Perform the sonographic protocols and procedures to produce optimum quality images in the specified areas of ultrasound.
- Critically assess the sonographic images and apply pattern recognition to determine aberrant appearances in keeping with pathology.
- Apply the ultrasound specific measures, which ensure that the health and safety of patients, self and colleagues are maintained.
- Plan, develop and apply total quality management appropriate to the sonographic context.
- Demonstrate research skills and foster a research climate in ultrasound imaging.
Assessment Criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
- Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathology to support clinical techniques.
- Demonstrate knowledge of physics to support equipment choice and correct use.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
- Identify and correct patient care before, during, and after examination.
- Communicate procedures and requirements for informed consent.
- Understand ethical requirements in a medical environment.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
- Recognize and act upon psychological and cultural considerations.
- Maintain patient rights and confidentiality.
- Demonstrate advanced problem-solving skills in patient management.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:
- Evaluate diagnostic techniques and image quality.
- Understand ultrasound physics and doppler settings.
- Recognize and minimize image artefacts.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:
- Demonstrate correct scanning planes and image information.
- Recognize normal and abnormal sonographic appearances.
- Provide information for diagnosis and patient management.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6:
- Apply health and safety principles.
- Understand ultrasound bio-effects and precautions.
- Maintain equipment and hygiene standards.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7:
- Implement quality assurance and control.
- Manage equipment and budget effectively.
- Maintain communication and cooperation between role players.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 8:
- Demonstrate research principles in ultrasound research.
- Ensure research relevance and ethical compliance.
- Present information professionally and accurately.
Qualification Details
- Type
- Honours Degree
- NQF Level
- 08
- Min. Credits
- 120
- SAQA Source
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