This course has been approved by the Professional Order of Physiotherapy of Quebec (OPPQ). It was developed for physiotherapists who wish to meet all the requirements of the certificate that has been issued by the Professional Order of Physiotherapy of Quebec (OPPQ) regarding the regulation authorizing physiotherapists to prescribe x-rays.
This distance-learning program has been developed to prepare you to take on the rapidly evolving practice roles that will include the ordering of medical diagnostic imaging in specific circumstances. It is a self-directed, distance-learning program which provides over 15 contact hours of self-paced learning through 10 comprehensive audio-visual modules supported by videos and additional resource materials. Participants will
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- Be able to apply the utility (the circumstances and conditions) authorizing physiotherapists to prescribe x-rays
- Be able to recognize and describe the role of the physiotherapists in prescribing x-rays in the context of the Quebec environment
- Be grounded in medical diagnostic imaging concepts for the musculoskeletal system
- Appreciate the interprofessional collaboration of the physiotherapists as it applies to the continuum of care in the prescription of x-rays
Unit 1
Key concepts of radiology
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Unit 2
Basics of radiology evaluation
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Unit 3
Cervical Spine, Thoracic Spine Evaluation
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Unit Four
Lumbar Spine, Pelvic Evaluation
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Unit 5
Hip, knee, foot, ankle evaluation |
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Unit 6
Shoulder and Shoulder Girdle Evaluation
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Unit 7
Evaluation of the hand and wrist |
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Unit 8
Integration of Imaging Legal requirements |
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Unit Nine
ACR Gudelines |
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Unit Ten
Integrate imagery into your practice, Regulations, additional studies
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The imaging views and modalities used along with the common pathologies as seen on medical diagnostic imaging will be detailed. Clinical utilization guidelines and practice recommendations are delivered with quick reference summary tables provided in the downloadable handouts, which may be retained for future reference. A certificate of completion is provided for your professional portfolio and recertification provided biennially through an ongoing competency maintenance program. Successful completion of this course allows you to apply for certification from the OPPQ to prescribe x-rays.
This course is open to students and graduate physiotherapists practicing in all areas of the health care system. Participants do not require prior experience in ordering medical imaging. As all program content is delivered on-line, reliable access to Internet services should be secured. Prospective registrants can contact the instructor atadmin@competencescliniques.caif they require more information about the program.