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. 2019 Aug 15:24:1053.
doi: 10.4102/hsag.v24i0.1053. eCollection 2019.

The use of clickers to evaluate radiographer's knowledge of shoulder images

Ida-Keshia Sebelego  1
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The use of clickers to evaluate radiographer's knowledge of shoulder images

Ida-Keshia Sebelego. Health SA. .

Abstract

Background: Conducting research can be daunting, although applicable methods can facilitate the process. A study was performed at an imaging department pertaining to the routine shoulder projections, namely the anteroposterior (AP) external rotation and lateral-Y (LAT-Y) projections.

Aim: The aim of the study was to determine if radiographers (qualified, supplementary, community service) and student radiographers (second-year diploma, third-year diploma, second-year bachelor) use the radiographic evaluation criteria to evaluate the routine shoulder projections.

Setting: The study was conducted at an imaging department in the Free State province, South Africa.

Methods: Participants had to complete a survey by means of a questionnaire that was compiled in Microsoft Excel and converted to an audience response system known as clickers. The questions addressed aspects of shoulder imaging with regard to positioning, exposure factors and the evaluation of routine shoulder projections. The data were analysed separately using statistics software SAS Version 9.2. Fisher's exact test was used to determine statistically significant differences between students and radiographers.

Results: More than 80% of students selected the AP (external rotation) X-ray image demonstrating optimal milliamperage per second whereas 43% of radiographers selected the correct image. More than 50% of radiographers and students indicated that a breathing technique and a short exposure time reduce motion during shoulder imaging.

Conclusion: Using clickers eased the process of testing the participants' knowledge, and the results were available immediately after completion of the test. Clickers can contribute to and expedite the process of data analysis.

Keywords: clickers; criteria; knowledge; radiography; shoulder imaging.

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Conflict of interest statement

The author declares that she has no financial or personal relationships that may have inappropriately influenced her in writing this article.

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Participants’ answers to the question related to the image showing optimal mAs for anteroposterior (external rotation) projection of the shoulder.
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Participants’ answers to the question related to the image showing optimal mAs for lateral-Y projection of the shoulder.
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FIGURE 3
Participants’ answers with regard to the factors applicable to obtain optimal anteroposterior (external rotation) projection.
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FIGURE 4
An anteroposterior (external rotation) shoulder image demonstrating correct positioning.
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FIGURE 5
Participants’ answers with regard to the factors applicable to obtain optimal lateral-Y projection.
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FIGURE 6
A lateral-Y shoulder image demonstrating correct positioning.
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FIGURE 7
Participants’ answers to the question on measures applicable to prevent motion during imaging.
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