Charles Sturt University Subject Outline MRS341 201730 W I-10 February 2017-Version 1 Page 1 of 24 MRS341 - Image Interpretation and Correlative Imaging Session 1 2017 Faculty of Science School of Dentistry and Health Sciences Internal Mode Welcome to a new session of study at Charles Sturt University. Please refer to the University’s Acknowledgement of Country (http://student.csu.edu.au/study/acknowledgement-of-country). This subject outline is accessible through mobile devices from http://m.csu.edu.au. Subject Coordinator Johnathan Hewis Email [email protected] Phone (02) 6582 9346 Campus Port Macquarie Building/Room number To be advised. Consultation procedures The subject coordinator is based at CSU Port Macquarie therefore student consultations will be conducted either face to face, via video conferencing through the MRS341 subject interact site or on the telephone. To arrange a consultation please contact the subject coordinator via email at [email protected] If you cannot contact your Subject Coordinator, please contact your teaching team using the contact details and consultation procedures provided on your Interact2 subject site. What is your subject about? A brief overview This is a theorectical subject that aims to formally develop fundamental image interpretation skills for conventional radiographic images of the chest, abdomen and musculoskeletal system using realistic clinical scenarios. Interpretations will be correlated with relevant clinical history and informed by evidence based practice. The role and appropriateness of imaging will be considered holistically within the context of the patient's care pathway and client centred care. Image interpretation knowledge and skills developed within this subject will directly compliment current and future clinical practice. Learning outcomes On successful completion of this subject, you should: Be able to perform accurate oral and written interpretations using a systematic and logical approach to accurately describe normal, variant and common abnormal appearances for conventional radiographic images of the chest, abdomen and musculoskeletal system Be able to critically evaluate the effect of image quality & positioning when reviewing conventional radiographic images and suggest appropriate additional/follow up imaging and/or patient management Be able to demonstrate effective oral and written communication when describing radiographic image appearances using appropriate and accurate scientific terminology Be able to justify the appropriateness of imaging correlating with relevant clinical history and evidence based practice Be able to critically discuss the scientific and humanistic principles of diagnostic imaging used for conventional radiographic imaging of the chest, abdomen and musculoskeletal system using evidence based practice Be able to identify individual learning needs through reflection to inform professionalCharles Sturt University Subject Outline MRS341 201730 W I-10 February 2017-Version 1 Page 2 of 24 practice Pass Requirements All assessments tasks are compulsory. To successfully pass MRS341 you must: 1. Attempt and submit all assessment tasks 2. Achieve a minimum cumulative mark of 50% for the subject Students achieving a cumulative mark of 45.0 - 49.9% will be awarded an AA grade. Key Subjects Passing a key subject is one of the indicators of satisfactory academic progress through your course. You must pass the key subjects in your course at no more than two attempts. The first time you fail a key subject you will be 'at risk' of exclusion; if you fail a second time you will be excluded from the course. The Academic Progress Policy (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00250) sets out the requirements and procedures for satisfactory academic progress, for the exclusion of students who fail to progress satisfactorily and for the termination of enrolment for students who fail to complete in the maximum allowed time. Assumed knowledge Academic integrity means acting with honesty, fairness and responsibility, and involves observing and maintaining ethical standards in all aspects of academic work. This subject assumes that you understand what constitutes plagiarism, cheating and collusion. If you are a new student we expect you to complete the modules called Academic Integrity at CSU (https://interact2.csu.edu.au/webapps/blackboard/execute/courseMain?course_id=_16412_1&task=true&src=). This subject will formally develop your image interpretation skills and will therefore build upon the following assumed knowledge from year two: Radiographic image quality and image evaluation for conventional radiographic images of the chest, abdomen, axial and appendicular skeleton Radiographic anatomy demonstrated on conventional radiographic images of the chest, abdomen, axial and appendicular skeleton Prescribed Text The prescribed text is an eBook that can be freely accessed electronically via CSU library: McConnell, J., Eyres, R., & Nightingale, J. (2008). Interpreting Trauma Radiographs. Chichester: Wiley The textbooks required for each of your enrolled subjects can also be found via the Student Portal Textbooks (http://student.csu.edu.au/study/study-essentials/textbooks) page. Subject and Assessment Schedule Schedule Weekly Summary 2017 - Session One Dates Week Assessments Module Lecture Image Interpretation Tutorial 20-Feb - 26-Feb Orientation WeekCharles Sturt University Subject Outline MRS341 201730 W I-10 February 2017-Version 1 Page 3 of 24 27-Feb - 05-Mar S1 W1 Module One: Introduction to Image Interpretation Overview of delivery & assessment strategy Overview of radiographer led image interpretation Review of modes to communicate image interpretation findings (verbal opinion, red dot, written comments and formal report) No Tutorial 06-Mar - 12-Mar S1 W2 Advanced practice Medico-legal considerations for image interpretation Reflective Practitioner Descriptive terminology Search strategies, satisfaction of search & AABCS Image perception/error & descriptive terminology 13-Mar - 19-Mar S1 W3 Module Two: Musculoskeletal Image Interpretation - APPENDICULAR Mechanism of injury, fractures, dislocations and soft tissue injuries Hand & Wrist (common pathology & trauma) Hand & Wrist 20-Mar - 26-Mar S1 W4 T1 CBA 1 Elbow & Forearm (common pathology & trauma) Elbow & Forearm 27-Mar - 02-Apr S1 W5 MRS370 Clinical Placement 03-Apr - 09-Apr S1 W6 Mid-Session Break & MRS370 Clinical Placement 10-Apr - 16-Apr S1 W7 Mid-Session Break & MRS370 Clinical Placement 17-Apr - 23-Apr S1 W8 MRS370 Clinical Placement 24-Apr - 30-Apr S1 W9 Public Holiday TUESDAY Module Two: Musculoskeletal Image Interpretation - APPENDICULAR Shoulder & Humerus (common pathology & trauma) Shoulder & HumerusCharles Sturt University Subject Outline MRS341 201730 W I-10 February 2017-Version 1 Page 4 of 24 01-May - 07-May S1 W10 Foot & Ankle (common pathology & trauma) Foot & Ankle 08-May - 14-May S1 W11 Knee & Tibia/Fibula (common pathology & trauma) Knee & Tibia/Fibula 15-May - 21-May S1 W12 T1 CBA2 Pelvis & Hip/Femur (common pathology & trauma) Pelvis & Hip/Femur 22-May - 28-May S1 W13 T2 Case Study 1 Module Three: Musculoskeletal Image Interpretation - AXIAL Cervical & Thoracic & Lumbar-Sacral Spine (common pathology & trauma) Cervical & Thoracic & Lumbar-Sacral Spine 29-May - 04-Jun S1 W14 Cranium & Facial Bones (common pathology & trauma) Facial Bones 05-Jun - 11-Jun Exam Week Session One Exam Week One 12-Jun - 18-Jun Exam Week Public Holiday MONDAY Session One Exam Week Two 19-Jun - 25-Jun BREAK 26-Jun - 02-Jul BREAK 03-Jul - 09-Jul BREAK Weekly Summary 2017 - Session Two Dates Week Assessments Module Lecture Image Interpretation Tutorial 10-Jul - 16-Jul S2 W1 Module Four: Musculoskeletal Image Interpretation - SYSTEMIC Non-Accidental Injury (NAI) Neoplastic conditions and metastatic spread NAI & Benign versus malignant bone lesionsCharles Sturt University Subject Outline MRS341 201730 W I-10 February 2017-Version 1 Page 5 of 24 17-Jul - 23-Jul S2 W2 T3 CBA1 Degenerative conditions & common arthritides Infective conditions Common arthritides e.g. RA, OA, Septic Arthritis etc… 24-Jul - 30-Jul S2 W3 Module Five: Chest Image Interpretation Systematic search strategy Terminology, Silhouette sign & Normal and variants Pleura & diaphragm (common pathology) Search strategy & pattern recognition Pneumothorax, effusion & hydropneumothorax 31-Jul - 06-Aug S2 W4 Parenchymal Opacities & Chronic Airway Disease (common pathology) Consolidation & Chronic Airway Disease 07-Aug - 13-Aug S2 W5 Public Holiday MONDAY Neoplastic lung/hilum (common pathology) Overview of Diffuse Lung Disease Collapse/atelectasis & hilum/lung/chest wall masses 14-Aug - 20-Aug S2 W6 T3 CBA2 Mediastinum (common pathology) Heart (common pathology) Pulmonary embolism Cardiac enlargement, Left Ventricular Failure (LVF), Pulmonary Embolism (PE) 21-Aug - 27-Aug S2 W7 Mid-Session Break & MRS370 Clinical Placement 28-Aug - 03-Sep S2 W8 Mid-Session Break & MRS370 Clinical Placement 04-Sep - 10-Sep S2 W9 MRS370 Clinical Placement 11-Sep - 17-Sep S2 W10 MRS370 Clinical Placement 18-Sep - 24-Sep S2 W11 Module Five: Chest Image Interpretation continued Iatrogenic & thoracic trauma Iatrogenic devices & the trauma chest (to include widenedCharles Sturt University Subject Outline MRS341 201730 W I-10 February 2017-Version 1 Page 6 of 24 mediastinum) 25-Sep - 01-Oct S2 W12 T4 Case Study 2 & Critical Review Module Six: Abdominal Image Interpretation Search strategies Gas patterns (common pathology & trauma) Gastrointestinal tract abnormalities 02-Oct - 09-Oct S2 W13 Public Holiday MONDAY Soft tissues (common pathology & trauma) Calcifications Bones, foreign bodies & iatrogenic devices Soft Tissues & Calcifications Bones, foreign bodies & iatrogenic devices 09-Oct - 15-Oct S2 W14 Revision Revision – Student Directed Content Revision – Student Directed Content 16-Oct - 22-Oct Exam Week T5 Final Exam Session Two Exam Week One 23-Oct - 29-Oct Exam Week Session Two Exam Week Two 30-Oct - 05-Nov BREAK 06-Nov - 12-Nov BREAK Subject Content This is a theorectical subject that aims to formally develop fundamental image interpretation skills for conventional radiographic images of the chest, abdomen and musculoskeletal system using realistic clinical scenarios. Interpretations will be correlated with relevant clinical history and informed by evidence based practice. The role and appropriateness of imaging will be considered holistically within the context of the patient's care pathway and client centred care. Image interpretation knowledge and skills developed within this subject will directly compliment current and future clinical practice. Subject Delivery Class/tutorial times and location If you are enrolled in an internal offering of this subject, your class times can be found at Timetable @ CSU (http://timetable.csu.edu.au). If you are enrolled in the online offering of the subject, this timetable will not apply. Find out how to use Timetable @ CSU via the Student Portal Class Timetable (http://student.csu.edu.au/study/study-essentials/timetable) page.Charles Sturt University Subject Outline MRS341 201730 W I-10 February 2017-Version 1 Page 7 of 24 Learning, teaching and support strategies Lectures - will introduce key concepts and will provide a foundation to further develop your knowledge and image interpretation skills. Questions are warmly welcomed throughout any lecture. You should complete all suggested pre-reading prior to attending/reviewing the lecture. Lectures will be recorded via IVT to support your revision. Tutorials - will be highly interactive and incorporate review of x-ray images relevant to the module of study. They will provide a practical opportunity to test your image evaluation and interpretation skills. You will be expected to actively participate in each tutorial as well as supporting your peers. Non attendance at these sessions will significantly diminish your chances of success during the online computer based assessments and in the final examination. Tutorials are not recorded to actively encourage participation from all students. Tutor directed activity - for some modules there will be some additional tutor directed activity that will include reading and short formative tasks to help consolidate your knowledge. These are not compulsory but are strongly recommended. Online forum - you are actively encouraged to use the online forum to ask questions and share experiences. The subject coordinator will facilitate discussion on a weekly basis. You are encouraged to support your peers and help foster a positive and collaborative online community. Formative Assessment - a range of formative online assessment items have been developed that will be released over the two sessions. These are designed to help you test your knowledge base and asses your own learning and development. These are not compulsory but are strongly recommended. Practicum requirements Student who are not currently studying MRS370 or MRS290 must contact the subject coordinator during week one to facilitate access to case studies for Task 2 and Task 4 Residential school You are not required to attend a residential school for this subject. Recommended student time commitment This subject code is a 16 point subject. The CSU Subject Policy states that a standard 8 point subject should require you to spend up to 160 hours engaged in the learning and teaching activities. These activities include the time spent in preparation for assessment, including study for examinations, tests, and assignment preparation. The following is a recommended breakdown of the hours allocated for successful completion of this: 240 hours of learning and teaching activities during the whole subject Assessment Items Item number Title Type Value Due date* Return date** 1 Task One: Online Computer Based Assessments (CBA) Assignment 10% Variable Variable 2 Task 2: Case Study One Assignment 10% 22-May-2017 13-Jun-2017 3 Task 3: Online Computer Based Assessments (CBA) X Assignment 10% Variable VariableCharles Sturt University Subject Outline MRS341 201730 W I-10 February 2017-Version 1 Page 8 of 24 Item number Title Type Value Due date* Return date** 4 Task 4: Case Study Two & Critical Review Assignment 20% 29-Sep-2017 23-Oct-2017 5 Task 5: Image Interpretation Examination Assignment 50% Variable Variable * due date is the last date for assessment items to be received at the University ** applies only to assessment items submitted by the due date Assessment item 1 Task One: Online Computer Based Assessments (CBA) Value: 10% Due date: Variable Return date: - Length: 2 x 30 Minutes Submission method options Interact2 Test Task A series of two thirty-minute online computer based assessments testing your image interpretation skills for musculoskeletal x-ray examinations. Each CBA will compose of two short answer free response questions that incorporate clinical images and realistic clinical scenarios. CBA 1 will test your ability to accurately identify & describe normal & abnormal image appearances on conventional hand, wrist & elbow x-ray images CBA 2 will test your ability to accurately identify & describe normal & abnormal image appearances on conventional shoulder, pelvis, knee, foot & ankle x-ray images Rationale The online computer based assessments will incorporate real clinical images enabling each question to be clinically realistic and provide formative and summative assessment of your developing image interpretation skills. Each individual online CBA will provide you with feedback regarding your comprehension and understanding of key subject content and will provide important formative feedback to help you develop your image interpretation skills and prepare for the final written examination in term two. Marking criteria MRS341 Task One Marking Rubric 2017 – Online Computer Based Assessments X 2 Criteria Higher Distinction Distinction Credit Pass Fail Short answer questions: Partially assesses subject learning outcomes 1,2,3 & 4 Using a systematic approach to image interpretation To achieve a HD students need to obtain a cumulative mark of 100 - 85%. Students achieving a HD grade are consistently able to accurately To achieve a D students need to obtain a cumulative mark of 84 - 75%. Students achieving a DI grade are able to accurately identify & To achieve a CR students need to obtain a cumulative mark of 74 - 65%. Students achieving a CR grade are able to accurately identify & To achieve a PS students need to obtain a cumulative mark of 64 - 50%. Students achieving a PS grade are able to accurately identify & describe some abnormalities and are able to To achieve a FL students need to obtain a cumulative mark of 49 - 0%. Students achieving a FL grade consistently failed to identifyCharles Sturt University Subject Outline MRS341 201730 W I-10 February 2017-Version 1 Page 9 of 24 Accurately describing image appearances Accurately identifying between normal and abnormal image appearances Accurately identifying clinically significant abnormalities Suggesting an appropriate differential diagnosis Suggestion appropriate patient follow up identify & describe key/clinically significant abnormalities and normal variants and are consistently able to accurately provide a summary of findings and a differential diagnosis with appropriate patient follow up consistently throughout describe key/clinically significant abnormalities and normal variants and are mainly accurately in providing a summary of findings and appropriate patient follow up in several cases describe some key/clinically significant abnormalities to include identification of some normal variants with errors but still failed to provide an accurate summary of findings or appropriate patient follow up in some cases identify/describe some key/clinically significant abnormalities and are able to provide an accurate summary of findings or appropriate patient follow up in some cases & describe key/clinically significant abnormalities with limited or no ability to identify normal variants &/OR consistently failed to provide an accurate summary of findings or appropriate patient follow up throughout Possible marks available for short answer Qs per CBA 16 – 13.6 / 16 13.2 – 12.0 / 16 11.9 – 10.4 / 16 10.3 – 8.0 / 16 7.9 – 0 / 16 See below for an individual break down of marks for each short answer question Short Answer Case One 0 1 2 3 Score Adequacy Not reviewed images for adequacy OR limited/inaccurate review Some aspects of adequacy considered but inaccuracies or key aspects not reviewed Appropriate and accurate review of adequacy to include all key aspects 0 /2 Description of normal, variant & abnormal radiographic features within the systematic approach No description of any radiographic features OR inappropriate and inaccurate description provided OR systematic approach not used/inappropriate A systematic approach has been used. Appropriate description of some aspects of the case but with key elements missed or several inaccuracies/poor terminology. An appropriate systematic approach has been used. Appropriate and predominantly accurate description but some key abnormal aspects of the case are missing but terminology is mainly accurate. An appropriate systematic approach has been used. Appropriate & accurate description of normal, variant and all key abnormal aspects of the case with no inaccuracies and appropriate use of terminology throughout 0 /3 Findings No findings are presented OR the findings are inaccurate Some elements of the findings are accurate but some key aspects are inaccurate or missing Accurate findings presented of all key aspects with no inaccuracies 0 /2 Suggested follow No follow up Appropriate follow 0 /1Charles Sturt University Subject Outline MRS341 201730 W I-10 February 2017-Version 1 Page 10 of 24 up & correlation with referral suggested if required or inappropriate follow up suggested AND/OR no correlation with clinical referral up suggested if required and correlated with the clinical referral Total 0 /8 Short Answer Case Two 0 1 2 3 Score Adequacy Not reviewed images for adequacy OR limited/inaccurate review Some aspects of adequacy considered but inaccuracies or key aspects not reviewed Appropriate and accurate review of adequacy to include all key aspects 0 /2 Description of normal, variant & abnormal radiographic features within the systematic approach No description of any radiographic features OR inappropriate and inaccurate description provided OR systematic approach not used/inappropriate A systematic approach has been used. Appropriate description of some aspects of the case but with key elements missed or several inaccuracies/poor terminology. An appropriate systematic approach has been used. Appropriate and predominantly accurate description but some key abnormal aspects of the case are missing but terminology is mainly accurate. An appropriate systematic approach has been used. Appropriate & accurate description of normal, variant and all key abnormal aspects of the case with no inaccuracies and appropriate use of terminology throughout 0 /3 Findings No findings are presented OR the findings are inaccurate Some elements of the findings are accurate but some key aspects are inaccurate or missing Accurate findings presented of all key aspects with no inaccuracies 0 /2 Suggested follow up & correlation with referral No follow up suggested if required or inappropriate follow up suggested AND/OR no correlation with clinical referral Appropriate follow up suggested if required and correlated with the clinical referral 0 /1 Total 0 /8 Presentation Each CBA will be completed though the test centre tool on the subject interact site Each individual CBA will last for 30 minutes in duration once commenced Each CBA is timed and must be completed in one sitting once commenced Each CBA must be completed during the stipulated open period Questions will be randomly allocated from a larger pool of questions Realistic clinical scenarios and real clinical images will be presented in each question Each CBA will include 2 X short answer free response questions Assessment item 2 Task 2: Case Study One Value: 10%Charles Sturt University Subject Outline MRS341 201730 W I-10 February 2017-Version 1 Page 11 of 24 Due date: 22-May-2017 Return date: 13-Jun-2017 Length: 3000 words maximum; there is no minimum word count Submission method options EASTS (online) Task To complete a case study with a focus on image interpretation and a critical review of your learning and development in image interpretation: - A case study focusing on the appendicular or axial skeleton Additional guidance for the structure and layout of the case study will be provided via the subject interact site Rationale The principle aim of this subject is to formally develop your image interpretation skills for conventional radiographic images. The theoretical knowledge and interpretation skills explored in this subject will directly compliment your clinical practice. Completing this assessment task will further develop your radiographic image evaluation skills whilst providing you with a more holistic perspective of the role of conventional radiographic imaging from a humanistic & scientific perspective using evidence-based practice. The incorporation of real clinical case studies will help integrate theory and clinical practice. The case study will require you to explore a common disease/trauma imaged using conventional radiography. Completing this assessment task will also help you prepare for the Task 4 case study and the Task 5 summative image interpretation examination in session two Marking criteria MRS341 Task Two Marking Rubric 2017 – Case Study One Case study one Weighting High Distinction 85-100 Distinction 75-84 Credit 65-74 Pass 50-64 Below Pass 0-49 Be able to critically evaluate the effect of image quality & positioning when reviewing conventional radiographic images and suggest appropriate additional/follow up imaging and/or patient management 5% Towards the final grade for this task Able to critically review all key elements of image quality and positioning to determine if images are diagnostic. Can make informed judgements and suggest appropriate critical follow up/patient management Able to review key elements of image quality & positioning with no inaccuracies to determine if images are diagnostic. Can suggest appropriate critical follow up/patient management Able to review some elements of image quality & positioning but with minimal inaccuracies to determine if images are diagnostic. Can suggest appropriate critical follow up/patient management Able to review some elements of image quality & positioning with minimal inaccuracies to determine if images are diagnostic. Can suggest some appropriate follow up/patient management Unable to determine if an image is diagnostic and/or unable to suggest appropriate follow up/patient management Be able to perform accurate written interpretations using a systematic and logical approach to accurately describe normal, variant and common 5% Towards the final grade for this task Consistently able to accurately identify & describe key/clinically significant abnormalities and normal variants and are Able to accurately identify & describe key/clinically significant abnormalities and normal variants and are mainly accurately in Able to accurately identify & describe some key/clinically significant abnormalities to include identification of some normal variants with Able to accurately identify & describe some abnormalities and are able to identify/describe some key/clinically significant abnormalities Consistently failed to identify & describe key/clinically significant abnormalities with limited or no ability to identify normal variants &/ORCharles Sturt University Subject Outline MRS341 201730 W I-10 February 2017-Version 1 Page 12 of 24 abnormal appearances for conventional radiographic images consistently able to accurately provide a summary of findings and a differential diagnosis providing a summary of findings only minor errors and are able to provide an accurate summary of findings and appropriate patient follow up in some cases consistently failed to provide an accurate summary of findings Be able to demonstrate effective written communication when describing radiographic image appearances using appropriate and accurate scientific terminology 10% Towards the final grade for this task Fluent written communication with effective use of language and style. Relevant terms are used accurately throughout to inform judgments on image appearance Clear and appropriate use of language and style. Relevant terms are accurately identified and used to inform analysis of image appearance Written communication is understandable. Relevant terms are accurately identified and used to inform discussion of image appearance Written communication is understandable; relevant scientific terms are mainly accurately identified and correctly used in a conventional way Written communication is difficult to understand, lacking fluency. And/or does not identify or use accurate scientific terminology Be able to justify the appropriateness of imaging correlating with relevant clinical history and evidence based practice 30% Towards the final grade for this task Extensive analysis of the key benefits and limitations of suggested imaging are informed by published literature & relevant national guidance and legislation, appropriate judgements are made that are correlated with relevant clinical history Relevant benefits and limitations of suggested imaging are analysed and correlated with relevant clinical history. Some analysis of published literature & relevant local and national/state guidance and legislation Relevant benefits and limitations of suggested imaging are identified with some explanation and correlation with relevant clinical history. Some consideration of the impact of published literature & relevant local and national/state guidance and legislation Some relevant benefits and limitations of suggested imaging are identified with some limited explanation and correlation with relevant clinical history. Some reference to published literature & relevant local and national/state guidance and legislation. Some minor inaccuracies Benefits and limitations of suggested imaging are not identified or are inaccurate. No correlation with clinical history. Not supported by evidence based practice Be able to critically discuss the scientific and humanistic principles of diagnostic imaging used for conventional radiographic imaging using evidence based practice 30% Towards the final grade for this task Thorough analysis of key humanistic and scientific principles which is informed by an extensive range of appropriate literature, extensive analysis of patients needs and critical analysis of sources Relevant humanistic and scientific principles are analysed which is informed by appropriate literature, patient needs are analysed with no inaccuracies and is informed by a range of appropriate literature with some critical analysis Relevant humanistic and scientific principles are analyse, understanding of patient needs is demonstrated, few inaccuracies and appropriate literature is used to inform discussion with some analysis Some relevant humanistic and scientific principles are identified and informed by some appropriate literature but with limited analysis The humanistic and scientific principles identified are inaccurate or irrelevant and/or Limited or no supporting literature informs discussionCharles Sturt University Subject Outline MRS341 201730 W I-10 February 2017-Version 1 Page 13 of 24 Case Study Reflection Weighting High Distinction 85-100 Distinction 75-84 Credit 65-74 Pass 50-64 Below Pass 0-49 Be able to identify individual learning needs through reflection to inform professional practice 20% Towards the final grade for this task Key learning needs are identified through critical reflection that is informed by an appropriate reflective model(s). All learning needs are relevant to your own professional practice and appropriate action is suggested where relevant Several learning needs are identified through critical reflection informed by an appropriate model(s). Learning needs are directly relevant to your own professional practice, some appropriate action points are suggested where relevant Several individual learning needs are identified through reflection using an appropriate reflective model(s). Learning needs are directly relevant to your own professional practice. Some individual learning needs are identified through reflection Does not demonstrate ability to identify own learning needs that are relevant and informed by professional practice Presentation 12 point font Pages should be numbered Your name and student number should be clearly indicated on your submission Assessment to be submitted as one electronic file only File format should be Microsoft word or pdf only 3000 words maximum for the Case Study (there is no minimum word count) In text referencing, titles, diagrams and action plan tables do not count towards the word count. There will be a 20% reduction after grading for exceeding the word count. American Psychology Association (APA) referencing format Submissions breaching confidentiality will be awarded a grade of 1% and will be allocated an FL grade for this assessment task. Requirements Any student not completing the MRS370 or MRS290 clinical practicum concurrently whilst studying MRS341 must contact the subject coordinator during week one of delivery to facilitate access to a clinical case study. Achieve a minimum cumulative mark of 50% for the subject Assessment item 3 Task 3: Online Computer Based Assessments (CBA) X Value: 10% Due date: Variable Return date: - Length: 2 x 30 Minutes Submission method options Interact2 Test Task A series of two thirty-minute online computer based assessments testing your image interpretationCharles Sturt University Subject Outline MRS341 201730 W I-10 February 2017-Version 1 Page 14 of 24 skills for musculoskeletal x-ray examinations. Each CBA will compose of two short answer free response questions that incorporate clinical images and realistic clinical scenarios. CBA 1 will test your ability to accurately identify & describe normal & abnormal image appearances on conventional Facial bones, Cervical spine & arthritides x-ray images CBA 2 will test your ability to accurately identify & describe normal & abnormal image appearances on conventional pleural abnormalities, consolidation & collapse x-ray images Rationale The online computer based assessments will incorporate real clinical images enabling each question to be clinically realistic and provide formative and summative assessment of your developing image interpretation skills. Each individual online CBA will provide you with feedback regarding your comprehension and understanding of key subject content and will provide important formative feedback to help you develop your image interpretation skills and prepare for the final written examination in term two. Marking criteria MRS341 Task Three Marking Rubric 2017 – Online Computer Based Assessments X 2 Criteria Higher Distinction Distinction Credit Pass Fail Short answer questions: Partially assesses subject learning outcomes 1,2,3 & 4 Using a systematic approach to image interpretation Accurately describing image appearances Accurately identifying between normal and abnormal image appearances Accurately identifying clinically significant abnormalities Suggesting an appropriate differential diagnosis Suggestion appropriate patient follow up To achieve a HD students need to obtain a cumulative mark of 100 - 85%. Students achieving a HD grade are consistently able to accurately identify & describe key/clinically significant abnormalities and normal variants and are consistently able to accurately provide a summary of findings and a differential diagnosis with appropriate patient follow up consistently throughout To achieve a D students need to obtain a cumulative mark of 84 - 75%. Students achieving a DI grade are able to accurately identify & describe key/clinically significant abnormalities and normal variants and are mainly accurately in providing a summary of findings and appropriate patient follow up in several cases To achieve a CR students need to obtain a cumulative mark of 74 - 65%. Students achieving a CR grade are able to accurately identify & describe some key/clinically significant abnormalities to include identification of some normal variants with only minor errors and are able to provide an accurate summary of findings and appropriate patient follow up in some cases To achieve a PS students need to obtain a cumulative mark of 64 - 50%. Students achieving a PS grade are able to accurately identify & describe some abnormalities and are able to identify/describe some key/clinically significant abnormalities and are able to provide an accurate summary of findings or appropriate patient follow up in some cases To achieve a FL students need to obtain a cumulative mark of 49 - 0%. Students achieving a FL grade consistently failed to identify & describe key/clinically significant abnormalities with limited or no ability to identify normal variants &/OR consistently failed to provide an accurate summary of findings or appropriate patient follow up throughout Possible marks available for short answer Qs per CBA 16 – 13.6 / 16 13.2 – 12.0 / 16 11.9 – 10.4 / 16 10.3 – 8.0 / 16 7.9 – 0 / 16Charles Sturt University Subject Outline MRS341 201730 W I-10 February 2017-Version 1 Page 15 of 24 See below for an individual break down of marks for each short answer question Short Answer Case One 0 1 2 3 Score Adequacy Not reviewed images for adequacy OR limited/inaccurate review Some aspects of adequacy considered but inaccuracies or key aspects not reviewed Appropriate and accurate review of adequacy to include all key aspects 0 /2 Description of normal, variant & abnormal radiographic features within the systematic approach No description of any radiographic features OR inappropriate and inaccurate description provided OR systematic approach not used/inappropriate A systematic approach has been used. Appropriate description of some aspects of the case but with key elements missed or several inaccuracies/poor terminology. An appropriate systematic approach has been used. Appropriate and predominantly accurate description but some key abnormal aspects of the case are missing but terminology is mainly accurate. An appropriate systematic approach has been used. Appropriate & accurate description of normal, variant and all key abnormal aspects of the case with no inaccuracies and appropriate use of terminology throughout 0 /3 Findings No findings are presented OR the findings are inaccurate Some elements of the findings are accurate but some key aspects are inaccurate or missing Accurate findings presented of all key aspects with no inaccuracies 0 /2 Suggested follow up & correlation with referral No follow up suggested if required or inappropriate follow up suggested AND/OR no correlation with clinical referral Appropriate follow up suggested if required and correlated with the clinical referral 0 /1 Total 0 /8 Short Answer Case Two 0 1 2 3 Score Adequacy Not reviewed images for adequacy OR limited/inaccurate review Some aspects of adequacy considered but inaccuracies or key aspects not reviewed Appropriate and accurate review of adequacy to include all key aspects 0 /2 Description of normal, variant & abnormal radiographic features within the systematic approach No description of any radiographic features OR inappropriate and inaccurate description provided OR systematic approach not used/inappropriate A systematic approach has been used. Appropriate description of some aspects of the case but with key elements missed or several inaccuracies/poor terminology. An appropriate systematic approach has been used. Appropriate and predominantly accurate description but some key abnormal aspects of the case are An appropriate systematic approach has been used. Appropriate & accurate description of normal, variant and all key abnormal aspects of the case with no inaccuracies 0 /3Charles Sturt University Subject Outline MRS341 201730 W I-10 February 2017-Version 1 Page 16 of 24 missing but terminology is mainly accurate. and appropriate use of terminology throughout Findings No findings are presented OR the findings are inaccurate Some elements of the findings are accurate but some key aspects are inaccurate or missing Accurate findings presented of all key aspects with no inaccuracies 0 /2 Suggested follow up & correlation with referral No follow up suggested if required or inappropriate follow up suggested AND/OR no correlation with clinical referral Appropriate follow up suggested if required and correlated with the clinical referral 0 /1 Total 0 /8 Presentation Each CBA will be completed though the test centre tool on the subject interact site Each individual CBA will last for 30 minutes in duration once commenced Each CBA is timed and must be completed in one sitting once commenced Each CBA must be completed during the stipulated open period Questions will be randomly allocated from a larger pool of questions Realistic clinical scenarios and real clinical images will be presented in each question Each CBA will include 2 X short answer free response questions Requirements Achieve a minimum cumulative mark of 50% for the subject Assessment item 4 Task 4: Case Study Two & Critical Review Value: 20% Due date: 29-Sep-2017 Return date: 23-Oct-2017 Length: 4000 words maximum; there is no minimum word count Submission method options EASTS (online) Task To complete a case study with a focus on image interpretation and a critical review of your learning and development in image interpretation: - A case study focusing on the chest - A critical review and summary of learning Additional guidance & examples for the structure and layout of both elements will be provided via the subject interact site Rationale The principle aim of this subject is to formally develop your image interpretation skills for conventional radiographic images. The theoretical knowledge and interpretation skills explored in thisCharles Sturt University Subject Outline MRS341 201730 W I-10 February 2017-Version 1 Page 17 of 24 subject will directly compliment your clinical practice. Completing this assessment task will further develop your radiographic image evaluation skills whilst providing you with a more holistic perspective of the role of conventional radiographic imaging from a humanistic & scientific perspective using evidence-based practice. The incorporation of real clinical case studies will help integrate theory and clinical practice. The case study will require you to explore a common disease/trauma imaged using conventional radiography. The critical review will provide you with a formal opportunity to explore your own learning needs and professional development with a focus on image interpretation. Completing this assessment task will also help you prepare for the summative image interpretation examination in term two. Marking criteria MRS341 Task Four Marking Rubric 2017 – Case Study Two & Critical Review Case study two Weighting High Distinction 85-100 Distinction 75-84 Credit 65-74 Pass 50-64 Below Pass 0-49 Be able to critically evaluate the effect of image quality & positioning when reviewing conventional radiographic images and suggest appropriate additional/follow up imaging and/or patient management 5% Towards the final grade for this task Able to critically review all key elements of image quality and positioning to determine if images are diagnostic. Can make informed judgements and suggest appropriate critical follow up/patient management Able to review key elements of image quality & positioning with no inaccuracies to determine if images are diagnostic. Can suggest appropriate critical follow up/patient management Able to review some elements of image quality & positioning but with minimal inaccuracies to determine if images are diagnostic. Can suggest appropriate critical follow up/patient management Able to review some elements of image quality & positioning with minimal inaccuracies to determine if images are diagnostic. Can suggest some appropriate follow up/patient management Unable to determine if an image is diagnostic and/or unable to suggest appropriate follow up/patient management Be able to perform accurate written interpretations using a systematic and logical approach to accurately describe normal, variant and common abnormal appearances for conventional radiographic images 5% Towards the final grade for this task Consistently able to accurately identify & describe key/clinically significant abnormalities and normal variants and are consistently able to accurately provide a summary of findings and a differential diagnosis Able to accurately identify & describe key/clinically significant abnormalities and normal variants and are mainly accurately in providing a summary of findings Able to accurately identify & describe some key/clinically significant abnormalities to include identification of some normal variants with only minor errors and are able to provide an accurate summary of findings and appropriate patient follow up in some cases Able to accurately identify & describe some abnormalities and are able to identify/describe some key/clinically significant abnormalities Consistently failed to identify & describe key/clinically significant abnormalities with limited or no ability to identify normal variants &/OR consistently failed to provide an accurate summary of findings Be able to demonstrate effective written communication when describing radiographic image appearances using appropriate and 10% Towards the final grade for this task Fluent written communication with effective use of language and style. Relevant terms are used accurately throughout to inform Clear and appropriate use of language and style. Relevant terms are accurately identified and used to inform analysis of image appearance Written communication is understandable. Relevant terms are accurately identified and used to inform Written communication is understandable; relevant scientific terms are mainly accurately identified and correctly used in Written communication is difficult to understand, lacking fluency. And/or does not identify or useCharles Sturt University Subject Outline MRS341 201730 W I-10 February 2017-Version 1 Page 18 of 24 accurate scientific terminology judgments on image appearance discussion of image appearance a conventional way accurate scientific terminology Be able to justify the appropriateness of imaging correlating with relevant clinical history and evidence based practice 30% Towards the final grade for this task Extensive analysis of the key benefits and limitations of suggested imaging are informed by published literature & relevant national guidance and legislation, appropriate judgements are made that are correlated with relevant clinical history Relevant benefits and limitations of suggested imaging are analysed and correlated with relevant clinical history. Some analysis of published literature & relevant local and national/state guidance and legislation Relevant benefits and limitations of suggested imaging are identified with some explanation and correlation with relevant clinical history. Some consideration of the impact of published literature & relevant local and national/state guidance and legislation Some relevant benefits and limitations of suggested imaging are identified with some limited explanation and correlation with relevant clinical history. Some reference to published literature & relevant local and national/state guidance and legislation. Some minor inaccuracies Benefits and limitations of suggested imaging are not identified or are inaccurate. No correlation with clinical history. Not supported by evidence based practice Be able to critically discuss the scientific and humanistic principles of diagnostic imaging used for conventional radiographic imaging using evidence based practice 30% Towards the final grade for this task Thorough analysis of key humanistic and scientific principles which is informed by an extensive range of appropriate literature, extensive analysis of patients needs and critical analysis of sources Relevant humanistic and scientific principles are analysed which is informed by appropriate literature, patient needs are analysed with no inaccuracies and is informed by a range of appropriate literature with some critical analysis Relevant humanistic and scientific principles are analyse, understanding of patient needs is demonstrated, few inaccuracies and appropriate literature is used to inform discussion with some analysis Some relevant humanistic and scientific principles are identified and informed by some appropriate literature but with limited analysis The humanistic and scientific principles identified are inaccurate or irrelevant and/or Limited or no supporting literature informs discussion Case Study Reflection & Critical review Weighting High Distinction 85-100 Distinction 75-84 Credit 65-74 Pass 50-64 Below Pass 0-49 Be able to identify individual learning needs through reflection to inform professional practice 20% Towards the final grade for this task Key learning needs are identified through critical reflection that is informed by an appropriate reflective model(s). All learning needs are relevant to your own professional practice and appropriate action is Several learning needs are identified through critical reflection informed by an appropriate model(s). Learning needs are directly relevant to your own professional practice, some appropriate action points are suggested where relevant Several individual learning needs are identified through reflection using an appropriate reflective model(s). Learning needs are directly relevant to your own professional practice. Some individual learning needs are identified through reflection Does not demonstrate ability to identify own learning needs that are relevant and informed by professional practiceCharles Sturt University Subject Outline MRS341 201730 W I-10 February 2017-Version 1 Page 19 of 24 suggested where relevant Presentation 12 point font Pages should be numbered Your name and student number should be clearly indicated on your submission Assessment to be submitted as one electronic file only File format should be Microsoft word or pdf only 3000 words maximum for the Case Study (there is no minimum word count) In text referencing, titles, diagrams and action plan tables do not count towards the word count. There will be a 20% reduction after grading for exceeding the word count. American Psychology Association (APA) referencing format Submissions breaching confidentiality will be awarded a grade of 1% and will be allocated an FL grade for this assessment task. Requirements Any student not completing the MRS370 or MRS290 clinical practicum concurrently whilst studying MRS341 must contact the subject coordinator during week one of delivery to facilitate access to a clinical case study. Achieve a cumulative mark of 50% for the subject Assessment item 5 Task 5: Image Interpretation Examination Value: 50% Due date: Variable Return date: - Length: 2 hours Submission method options EASTS (online) Alternative submission method Task A two hour invigilated closed book written examination focusing on axial & appendicular musculoskeletal, chest & abdomen radiographic image interpretation and will assess commonly presenting trauma and disease. The clinical images for each case will be displayed using the university Picture Archiving & Communication System. You will be presented with 8 clinical cases to review and interpret: 6 X musculoskeletal cases 1 X chest case 1 X abdominal case Rationale This summative written examination will assess your ability to interpret a range of common trauma and disease processes demonstrated on musculoskeletal, chest and abdominal x-ray images. The examination will assess your application of a systematic approach to image interpretation, your abilityCharles Sturt University Subject Outline MRS341 201730 W I-10 February 2017-Version 1 Page 20 of 24 to determine if an image is diagnostic, accurately identify normal variants, disease and trauma and suggest clinically relevant management and follow up. The examination will incorporate a series of realistic case studies with real clinical images to simulate practice in the clinical environment. Marking criteria MRS341 Task Five Marking Rubric 2017 – Image Interpretation Examination Criteria Higher Distinction Distinction Credit Pass Fail For each clinical case: Partially assesses subject learning outcomes 1,2,3 & 4 Using a systematic approach to image interpretation Accurately describing image appearances Demonstrate effective written communication when describing radiographic image appearances using appropriate and accurate scientific terminology Accurately identifying between normal and abnormal image appearances Accurately identifying clinically significant abnormalities Suggesting an appropriate differential diagnosis Suggestion appropriate patient follow up To achieve a HD students need to obtain a cumulative mark of 100 - 85%. Students achieving a HD grade are consistently able to accurately identify & describe key/clinically significant abnormalities and normal variants and are consistently able to accurately provide a summary of findings and a differential diagnosis with appropriate patient follow up consistently throughout To achieve a D students need to obtain a cumulative mark of 84 - 75%. Students achieving a DI grade are able to accurately identify & describe key/clinically significant abnormalities and normal variants and are mainly accurately in providing a summary of findings and appropriate patient follow up in several cases To achieve a CR students need to obtain a cumulative mark of 74 - 65%. Students achieving a CR grade are able to accurately identify & describe some key/clinically significant abnormalities to include identification of some normal variants with only minor errors and are able to provide an accurate summary of findings and appropriate patient follow up in some cases To achieve a PS students need to obtain a cumulative mark of 64 - 50%. Students achieving a PS grade are able to accurately identify & describe some abnormalities and are able to identify/describe some key/clinically significant abnormalities and are able to provide an accurate summary of findings or appropriate patient follow up in some cases To achieve a FL students need to obtain a cumulative mark of 49 - 0%. Students achieving a FL grade consistently failed to identify & describe key/clinically significant abnormalities with limited or no ability to identify normal variants &/OR consistently failed to provide an accurate summary of findings or appropriate patient follow up throughout See below for an individual break down of marks for case Mark allocation per case 0 1 2 3 Score Adequacy Not reviewed images for adequacy OR limited/inaccurate review Some aspects of adequacy considered Appropriate and accurate review of 0 /2Charles Sturt University Subject Outline MRS341 201730 W I-10 February 2017-Version 1 Page 21 of 24 but inaccuracies or key aspects not reviewed adequacy to include all key aspects Description of normal, variant & abnormal radiographic features within the systematic approach No description of any radiographic features OR inappropriate and inaccurate description provided OR systematic approach not used/inappropriate A systematic approach has been used. Appropriate description of some aspects of the case but with key elements missed or several inaccuracies/poor terminology. An appropriate systematic approach has been used. Appropriate and predominantly accurate description but some key abnormal aspects of the case are missing but terminology is mainly accurate. An appropriate systematic approach has been used. Appropriate & accurate description of normal, variant and all key abnormal aspects of the case with no inaccuracies and appropriate use of terminology throughout 0 /3 Findings No findings are presented OR the findings are inaccurate Some elements of the findings are accurate but some key aspects are inaccurate or missing Accurate findings presented of all key aspects with no inaccuracies 0 /2 Suggested follow up & correlation with referral No follow up suggested if required or inappropriate follow up suggested AND/OR no correlation with clinical referral Appropriate follow up suggested if required and correlated with the clinical referral 0 /1 Total 0 /8 Presentation Two hour invigilated written examination Closed booked examination Realistic clinical scenarios and real clinical images will be presented in each case You will be required to write a structured interpretation of your findings You must attempt all 8 cases You will be able to manipulate images using standard imaging software enabling ability to zoom, pan and alter contrast and brightness for each case image Requirements Achieve a minimum cumulative mark of 50% for the subject Assessment Information Learning materials Details of learning materials that support your success in this subject can be found in the Interact2 Subject Site. 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How to apply for special consideration Academic regulations provide for special consideration to be given if you suffer misadventure or extenuating circumstances during the session (including the examination period) which prevents you from meeting acceptable standards or deadlines. Find the form on the Student Portal Special Consideration, Misadventure, Advice and Appeals (http://student.csu.edu.au/study/academic-advice) page. Extensions Assignments should reach the University no later than the due date. Assignments, therefore, need to be posted some time in advance of the due date to arrive on time. You are requested to do all in your power to meet assignment deadlines. Extensions will only be given if you face unforeseen and unavoidable problems. Extensions cannot be given towards the end of session. In this case you need to apply for an incomplete grade or subject withdrawal. Work and family related pressures do not normally constitute sufficient reasons for the granting of extensions or incomplete grades. If it becomes obvious that you are not going to be able to submit an assignment on time because of an unavoidable problem, you must submit your request for an extension in writing prior to the due date . Extensions will not be granted on or after the due date. Assignments received more than two weeks after their due dates, without an extension having been granted, will be returned with no marks awarded. Pro-rata reductions in the awarded mark (5% per working day) will be made for items received late without a granted extension. Extensions, for students resident in Australia, can only be granted by the subject coordinator. The last date for receipt of assignments at the University is the last day of the teaching session (prior to the exam period), in circumstances where your lecturer has granted an approved extension. Penalties for Late Submission Task 2 & 4 there will be a 5% penalty incurred per calendar day after the submission date e.g. one week -35% penalty Resubmission Students achieving a final culmulative mark of 45-49.9% will awarded an AA in consultation with the course director. The student will complete of the final Image Interpretation Examination. Online Submission Access EASTS (https://online.csu.edu.au/de/eastssubmission.htm) (Electronic Assignment Submission Tracking System) to submit assessment Task 2 & 4. Be sure to read the submission guidelines prior to commencing a task; including file types the system will accept, file name and formatting requirements, etc. A comprehensive user guide, FAQs and system support are also available. Task 1 & 3 will be completed through the test tool via the MRS341 interact site.Charles Sturt University Subject Outline MRS341 201730 W I-10 February 2017-Version 1 Page 23 of 24 Postal Submission Not applicable Feedback Individual written feedback is an important element of MRS341 to help you develop your image interpretation knowledge and skills. Each assessment task has clear guidelines and a dedicated marking rubric. For all assessments task you will receive individually written feedback to include indication of performance for each criterion on the marking rubric complimented with individual recommendations where relevant. Assessment Task Feedback Date Task 1: Online Computer Based Assessments (CBA) X 2 CBA 1 - 18 th April 2017 CBA 2 - 13 th June 2017 Task 2: Case Study One 13 th June 2017 Task 3: Online Computer Based Assessments (CBA) X 2 CBA 1 - 14 th August 2017 CBA 2 - 4 th September 2017 Task 4: Case Study Two & Critical Review 20 th October 2017 Task 5: Image Interpretation Examination 3 rd November 2017 Assignment Return If your assignment was submitted on time, you should normally expect your marked assignment to be despatched/returned to you within 15 business days of the due date. If an assignment is submitted on time but not returned by the return date, you should make enquiries in the first instance to the Subject Coordinator. If the subject coordinator is not available, please contact your teaching team using the contact details and consultation procedures provided on your Interact2 subject site. 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Changes and actions based on previous student feedback Changes for 2017 based on the 2016 Student Evaluation Survey and subject moderation:Charles Sturt University Subject Outline MRS341 201730 W I-10 February 2017-Version 1 Page 24 of 24 There has been a reduction in the number of cases and an increase in the maximum word count per case. This should enable students to write in greater depth and more easily demonstrate critical analysis within each case study. Inclusion of a summative case study submission during session one and session two (previously all summative cases were submitted in session two) to increase the mark attainable in session one. A reduction in the volume of written coursework required in session two. Learning analytics in this subject Learning Analytics refers to the collection and analysis of student data for the purpose of improving learning and teaching. It enables the University to personalise the support we provide our students. 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