Radiography

Dataset from radiation dose measurements by Thermo-Luminiscent dosimeters and from visual grading analysis (image quality assessment)

The study was conducted over two phases. The document attached presents the findings of phase 1 (qualitative) and the result of phase 2 (quantitative).

Survey of radiographer rpeorting peer review systems

There is limited literature regarding the transition of a newly qualified Radiographer into the workforce. This evaluation reviewed the current mentorship/preceptorship practises performed within Northern Ireland Trusts and sought opinions of Radiology Managers who prescribed, and newly qualified Radiographers who received, the programme. It established the effectiveness of mentorship/preceptorship practises currently delivered regionally, and determined whether it satisfied both parties in offering a thorough and consistent approach, capable of developing a confident and by measurable outcome, competent workforce. Benefits and limitations were identified in the current practise cited by those involved in the mentorship/preceptorship strategies and the discussion offers suggestions towards adopting/ creating a regional practice similar to that practiced in other parts of the UK. This in turn would promote best practise in welcoming the newly qualified Radiographer into their inaugural post and ensure comparable competency in practise across Northern Ireland.

Pediatric Diagnostic Reference Levels

Exposure data for calculation of diagnostic reference levels in children referred for full skeletal survey

As part of the BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography programme students learn and undertake research relevant to their development as first post radiographers (dose optimisation and image quality) within the Research-Informed Teaching experience (RiTe). Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the delivery of RiTe to our year 2 students was moved to an online format using Microsoft Teams and Blackboard Collaborate and focused on a key area of current practice - COVID-19 and chest X-ray imaging. Within RiTe students are placed into collaborative enquiry-based learning (CEBL) groups to share tasks, but to also support and learn from one another. An online survey was used to explore the year 2 student cohort task value and self-efficacy of this online version of RiTe.

As part of the BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography programme students learn and undertake research relevant to their development as first post radiographers (dose optimisation and image quality) within the Research-Informed Teaching experience (RiTe). Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the delivery of RiTe to our year 2 students was moved to an online format using Microsoft Teams and Blackboard Collaborate and focused on a key area of current practice - COVID-19 and chest X-ray imaging. Within RiTe students are placed into collaborative enquiry-based learning (CEBL) groups to share tasks, but to also support and learn from one another. An online survey was used to explore the year 2 student cohort task value and self-efficacy of this online version of RiTe.