Online media allows access to professional development (PD) regardless of geographical location and has the potential to provide equitable, immediate and quality PD. Online media includes online information and social media. The purpose of this mixed methods research study was to investigate the perceptions and use of online media for PD amongst medical radiation practitioners within Australia and Canada. An online survey was circulated to members of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) and the Australian Society of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (AS-MIRT). The survey collected data within three domains: current use, satisfaction of use, and future use. A four point Likert scale was used for both satisfaction with the online platform and frequency of use. Two hundred and thirty-nine re-* Corresponding author.
Background: Alzheimer's disease (AD) patients are one of the highest health care service users globally. In the context of radiography, there are many AD patients who undergo imaging procedures for common age-related conditions. However, there is currently no literature on how radiographers can effectively manage such patients in imaging situations. Methodology: This review examined the literature regarding the interaction between Alzheimer's patients and other health care professionals (eg, nurses) and the strategies that have been used to improve patient compliance and accommodate functional decline. Findings: Many strategies relating to care of patients with AD are long term, and cannot be applied in a radiographic setting, where patients may only present once. Transferrable strategies for a radiographic setting include the support of carers during the examination process, a reduction in noise and use of calming music, and allowing the patient to personalize the examination room by bringing a photograph or an item of comfort. Conclusion : Ces strat egies simples peuvent permettre de diminuer leniveau d'anxi et e ressenti par les patients atteints de la maladie d'Alzheimer, de r eduire les symptômes comportementaux habituels d'agitation, d'agression et d'inconfort, et augmenter la coop eration et la r eponse du patient.
Background: Down syndrome is a common human genetic disorder caused by trisomy of chromosome 21. Individuals with Down syndrome can present with a range of health issues during their lives that may require imaging for diagnosis. Radiographers, therefore, play a significant role in the management and communication of Down syndrome patients' health. Purpose: This review identified patient-centered strategies that radiographers should use to provide quality imaging services for Down syndrome patients, who may have limited verbal ability and behavioral issues. Method: A systematic review using the established PRISMA guidelines was undertaken of current literature obtained through the Ovid and Scopus databases. A total of 189 articles were found, of which 41 were categorized and analyzed in detail.
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