The Superior University, Lahore

Department of Allied Health Sciences

Course Outline
Course Course Title Fluoroscopy and radiological procedures
Information Course ID HIM602310 Course Type Fluoroscopy and Radiological Procedures
Credit hours Hours per week (C-L) 3

3+0

Programs BSMIT Preferred Semester 7

Date PBL LEVEL -

Offered Course Programs BSMIT PBL Implimentation -
Information Instructor(s) [Link] TA ---
Course This course provides students with essential knowledge and practical skills in fluoroscopic imaging and contrast-based radiological procedures. It covers the
Description principles of fluoroscopy, radiation physics, equipment handling, radiation protection, and patient care during dynamic imaging.

Students will gain hands-on experience in performing and interpreting procedures such as barium studies, IVP, cystography, ERCP, angiography, and joint
injections. The course also addresses pediatric and emergency fluoroscopy, as well as the management of procedure-related complications.

Designed to standardize training at the undergraduate level, this course ensures students can produce high-quality diagnostic images with minimal radiation
exposure, supporting safe and effective patient care across clinical settings.

Course Learning At the end of this course students will be able to;
Outcomes
(CLO)
Relation
No. Outcome Domain BT Level PEO’S Skills set gained
with PLO’S

CLO1. Apply fluoroscopic principles effectively to cognitive C4 P1,10 P1 Gains foundational

ensure optimal imaging quality and patient knowledge of
safety. fluoroscopy, technical
skills, and radiation
safety with a focus on
ethical and quality
assurance practices.
CLO2. Execute standardized fluoroscopic procedures Psychomotor P4 P1,2,7,8 P1,2 Develops proficiency
confidently, adhering strictly to radiation safety in performing
procedures safely,

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 guidelines. operating equipment
effectively, and
managing patient care
in compliance with
safety standards.
CLO3. Analyze and interpret fluoroscopic images to cognitive C6 P7 P 1,2 Enhances ability to
accurately differentiate between normal and interpret images
pathological findings. accurately, identify
anatomical/pathologic
al features, and apply
analytical thinking in
clinical decision-
making.
Lecture type Lectures, Simulations, tutorials, workshops
Prerequisites Fluoroscopy and radiological procedures
Follow up Recent Research based studies
Courses
Course Software Powerpoint, video tutorials
or Tool
Textbook Title Edition Authors Publisher Year ISBN
10th Edition Kenneth L. Bontrager, Elsevier Health Sciences 2020 9780323654401
Textbook of Radiographic John Lampignano
Positioning and Related Anatomy
References Merrill's Atlas of Radiographic 14th Edition, Bruce W. Long, Elsevier 2018 9780323566674
Positioning and Procedures Jeannean Hall Rollins,
Barbara J. Smith

Assessment Assessment Weight Use to attain CLO Assessment Weight Use to attain CLO Overall skills set gained
Criteria (100%)

Quiz 10% CLO 1 Hospital Log Book 5% CLO ,2 Medical Knowledge,

Instrumentation, Patient
Positioning
Ethic,
Attendance 5% CLO 1,2 Modality Practical 20% CLO 2,3 Medical Knowledge,
Instrumentation, Patient
Positioning
Ethic, Problem solving as
critical thinker
Mid Term 20% CLO 1,2 Final Term 40% CLO 1,2,3, Medical Knowledge,
Analysis of Images ,
Instrumentation, Patient
Positioning
 Ethic, Problem solving as
critical thinker
Methods of Quizzes, Assignments, Mid/Final exam, Project, Viva
Evaluation
Workshop

PBL Importance
Week Topic Lecture Lecture Content Relation LLOs Skill Set Gained
No. No. with CLO

W1 Fundamentals of Lec 1 Introduction to Fluoroscopy CLO 1 Understand fundamentals and Knowledge of basic
Fluoroscopy applications principles
History, basic principles,
applications of fluoroscopy
Lec 2 Fluoroscopy Physics CLO 1 Explain physics behind Technical knowledge
fluoroscopic imaging
X-ray production, image
intensification, flat-panel detectors

Lec 3 Image Formation and Quality CLO 1 Identify factors affecting Analytical skills
image quality
Factors influencing image quality,
resolution, contrast, distortion

W2 Fluoroscopic Lec 4 Fluoroscopy Equipment I CLO 1 Identify and operate Operational skills
Equipment & conventional equipment
Radiation Safety Conventional fluoroscopy machines
and components

Lec 5 Fluoroscopy Equipment II CLO 1 Differentiate and manage Equipment handling

digital equipment
Digital fluoroscopy, flat-panel
systems

Lec 6 Radiation Protection Principles CLO 1 Implement radiation safety Radiation safety awareness
measures
ALARA principle, dose
measurement units

W3 Safety Measures and Lec 7 Radiation Protection Equipment CLO 1 Utilize protective measures Protective measures practice
Patient Interaction
Protective apparel, shielding devices
 Lec 8 Patient Preparation Basics CLO 2 Effectively prepare patients Patient interaction skills

History taking, patient consent,

dietary preparation

Lec 9 Patient Positioning Techniques CLO 2 Correctly position patients Positioning accuracy

Basic positioning for common

fluoroscopic procedures

W4 Patient Management & Lec 10 Patient Management CLO 2 Manage patient care Patient care management
Esophageal Procedures effectively
Managing patient comfort, anxiety,
communication

Lec 11 Esophagography CLO 2, 3 Perform and interpret Procedure execution

esophagograms
Technique, indications, image
interpretation

Lec 12 Barium Swallow CLO 2, 3 Execute and evaluate Procedure evaluation

swallowing studies
Procedure protocol, anatomical
landmarks, pathologies

W5 GI Series and Bowel Lec 13 Upper GI Series CLO 2, 3 Conduct and interpret upper GI Analytical and clinical skills
Studies exams
Technique, anatomical details,
identifying pathologies

Lec 14 Small Bowel Follow-through CLO 2, 3 Perform and interpret small Interpretation skills
bowel studies
Technique, anatomical recognition,
clinical significance

Lec 15 Preparation, positioning, CLO 2, 3 Conduct and evaluate barium Technical proficiency
interpretation of pathology enemas
W6 Specialized GI Lec 16 Defecography CLO 2, 3 Perform defecography Clinical evaluation
Procedures procedures
Indications, techniques, evaluation
of anorectal function

Lec 17 ERCP CLO 2, 3 Understand and assist ERCP Clinical support

procedures
Technique, clinical indications,
complications

Lec 18 T-tube Cholangiography CLO 2, 3 Perform and interpret Technical and analytical
cholangiography skills
Procedure, anatomical landmarks,
complications

W7 Urinary Tract Studies I Lec 19 Intravenous Pyelography (IVP) CLO 2, 3 Conduct and interpret IVP Procedure proficiency

Protocol, patient prep, identification

of renal pathologies

Lec 20 Cystography CLO 2, 3 Execute cystography and Clinical analysis

recognize pathologies
Procedure steps, pathology
recognition

Lec 21 Urethrography CLO 2, 3 Perform urethrography studies Anatomical identification

Technique, male and female

anatomical variations

W8 Pediatric Fluoroscopy Lec 22 Pediatric Fluoroscopy I CLO 2, 3 Safely manage pediatric Pediatric management
Essentials fluoroscopic exams
Special considerations, radiation
protection for children
Lec 23 Pediatric Fluoroscopy II CLO 2, 3 Perform pediatric fluoroscopic Pediatric procedural skills
procedures
Specific pediatric procedures,
anatomical differences
 Lec 24 Pediatric Fluoroscopy III CLO 3 Interpret pediatric imaging Pediatric image analysis
accurately
Interpretation of pediatric
fluoroscopic images
W9 MID TERM CLO 1,2,3

W10 Angiographic and Lec 25 Basic Angiography CLO 2, 3 Understand basic angiography Angiographic knowledge
Interventional procedures
Fluoroscopy Procedure protocol, indications,
anatomy
Lec 26 Interventional Fluoroscopy CLO 2, 3 Support and execute Interventional skills
interventional techniques
Techniques like angioplasty,
stenting

Lec 27 Fluoroscopic Arthrography CLO 2, 3 Conduct arthrography Procedure proficiency

procedures
Technique, clinical indications,
image analysis
W11 Musculoskeletal Lec 28 Joint Injections and Biopsies CLO 2, 3 Perform joint injections and Clinical procedure skills
Interventions biopsies
Procedure steps, anatomical
landmarks
Lec 29 Emergency Fluoroscopy I CLO 2, 3 Conduct fluoroscopic Emergency response skills
emergency procedures
Foreign body localization, emergent
GI procedures
Lec 30 Emergency Fluoroscopy II CLO 2, 3 Manage trauma patients Trauma management
effectively
Trauma assessment, positioning
techniques
W12 Fluoroscopic Anatomy Lec 31 Normal Fluoroscopic Anatomy I CLO 3 Identify normal anatomy Anatomical recognition
clearly
Gastrointestinal and urinary systems

Lec 32 Normal Fluoroscopic Anatomy II CLO 3 Precisely identify normal Anatomical knowledge
anatomy
Hepatobiliary and reproductive
systems
 Lec 33 Common Pathologies in CLO 3 Recognize GI pathologies Pathological analysis
Fluoroscopy I

Gastrointestinal disorders
W13 Pathologies and Lec 34 Common Pathologies in CLO 3 Identify pathologies in GU and Pathological recognition
Complications Fluoroscopy II reproductive systems

Urinary and reproductive system

disorders
Lec 35 Procedure-related Complications I CLO 2, 3 Anticipate and manage Problem-solving skills
procedural complications
Recognizing complications during
GI procedures

Lec 36 Procedure-related Complications II CLO 2, 3 Effectively handle procedural Complication management

complications
Management during genitourinary
procedures

W14 QA and Clinical Lec 37 Quality Assurance Principles CLO 1, 2 Understand and implement QA QA knowledge
Documentation practices
QA importance, regulatory
guidelines
Lec 38 Equipment Calibration and CLO 1, 2 Conduct and document Technical management
Maintenance equipment checks

Routine maintenance, calibration

protocols
Lec 39 Clinical Reporting Basics CLO 3 Create clear clinical reports Communication skills

Principles of effective reporting,

standard formats

W15 Reporting and Lec 40 Communication of Findings CLO 3 Effectively communicate Communication proficiency
Advanced Procedures radiological findings
Reporting pathologies, effective
communication
Lec 41 Advanced Angiographic Procedures CLO 2, 3 Perform and interpret Advanced procedural skills
advanced angiography
Cerebral and coronary angiography
techniques
 Lec 42 Fluoroscopy-guided Interventions CLO 2, 3 Execute fluoroscopy-guided Intervention proficiency
interventions
Biopsies, drain placements, catheter
insertions

W16 Contrast, Dose, and Lec 43 Contrast Media in Fluoroscopy CLO 2 Safely administer and manage Clinical management
Ethics contrast media
Types, indications,
contraindications, management

Lec 44 Radiation Dose Optimization CLO 1, 2 Apply dose optimization Dose management skills
strategies
Techniques for dose reduction,
modern equipment usage
Lec 45 Ethical and Legal Considerations CLO 2 Adhere to ethical and legal Ethical awareness
standards
Consent, documentation, patient
confidentiality
W17 Innovations and Course Lec 46 Innovations in Fluoroscopy CLO 1, 3 Recognize and adopt new Innovation awareness
Wrap-Up technologies
Emerging technologies and their
applications
Lec 47 Professional Development CLO 1, 2, 3 Plan professional growth Career planning

Continuing education, certifications,

skill advancement

Lec 48 Comprehensive Revision and CLO 1, 2, 3 Demonstrate comprehensive Integrated knowledge and
Assessment course mastery practical competency

Overall revision, theoretical and

practical evaluation
W17 FINAL EXAMS CLO 1,2,3
Knowledge Areas

1. Principles and Physics of Fluoroscopy

2. Fluoroscopy Equipment and Instrumentation
3. Radiation Safety and Protection
4. Patient Positioning and Preparation Techniques
5. Fluoroscopic Procedures and Techniques
6. Interpretation of Fluoroscopic Images
7. Quality Assurance in Fluoroscopy