Clinical Medicine Research

Special Issue

Radiographic Practice Situation in a Developing Country

  • Submission Deadline: Mar. 10, 2015
  • Status: Submission Closed
  • Lead Guest Editor: Kofi Adesi Kyei
About This Special Issue
Background: The clinical setting is one of the most valuable resources available to training institutions to prepare students to competently care for patients and also execute certain tasks with little or no supervision.

Aim: To examine the impact of clinical placement on radiography students’ clinical experience.

Methodology: A quantitative study design using a Likert-Scale questionnaire was used to assess clinical practice-learning environment. Data was analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences Version 14.0 (SPSS). Forty seven (47) undergraduate student radiographers participated in the study.

Results: Students indicated they had adequate knowledge and enjoyed their time on the clinical placement. They indicated that the staffs were supportive, friendly and approachable. The students were also able to achieve their learning outcome during placement, however feedbacks from supervisors according to the students were inadequate and students were not sure of the use of research findings by the clinical venues.

Conclusion: Clinical placement had adequate student support. It is important however, to consider carefully where students have their clinical practice and at what point of their studies the different placements should be carried out. Collaboration between the key stakeholders is essential to ensure that students have a good experience at clinical placement.
Lead Guest Editor
  • Kofi Adesi Kyei

    School of Bio-medical and Allied Health Sciences, University of Ghana, Accra, Ghana

Published Articles
  • The Need for Good Radiation Protection in Diagnostic Imaging in Ghana

    Antwi W. K. , Kyei K. A.

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 3-1, May 2015
    Pages: 42-45
    Received: Jan. 30, 2015
    Accepted: Jan. 30, 2015
    Published: Mar. 21, 2015
    DOI: 10.11648/j.cmr.s.2015040301.19
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    Abstract: The need to re-examine radiation protection and safety measures to protect the people in Ghana is therefore essential. This is because medical X-ray diagnosis in the country continues to increase. It is the responsibility of the radiation worker to protect patients, self, staff and the members of the public against unnecessary exposure to ionizing ... Show More
  • Challenges Faced by Radiography Students During Clinical Training

    Kyei K. A. , Antwi W. K. , Bamfo-Quaicoe K. , Offei R. O.

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 3-1, May 2015
    Pages: 36-41
    Received: Jan. 30, 2015
    Accepted: Jan. 30, 2015
    Published: Mar. 21, 2015
    DOI: 10.11648/j.cmr.s.2015040301.18
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    Abstract: Background: Clinical training forms part of the requirements of every radiography student, for the award of Bachelor’s degree at the University of Ghana. The effectiveness of clinical training is responsible for the competency level that would be demonstrated by qualified radiography students. However, the capabilities of department to provide adap... Show More
  • A Learning Contract in Clinical Education and Fieldwork

    Antwi W. K. , Kyei K. A.

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 3-1, May 2015
    Pages: 31-35
    Received: Jan. 30, 2015
    Accepted: Jan. 30, 2015
    Published: Mar. 21, 2015
    DOI: 10.11648/j.cmr.s.2015040301.17
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    Abstract: Providing feedback to students is a vital skill needed by all clinical teachers. For students to develop and improve their skills in the activity they are involved in, they need to know how they are performing. Providing feedback does not follow that there will be optimal learning. Students should, in the initial stages, be made aware of the desire... Show More
  • Gonad Protection During Paediatric Abdomen and Pelvic X-Ray Examinations

    Kyei K. A. , Antwi W. K.

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 3-1, May 2015
    Pages: 25-30
    Received: Jan. 30, 2015
    Accepted: Jan. 30, 2015
    Published: Mar. 21, 2015
    DOI: 10.11648/j.cmr.s.2015040301.16
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    Abstract: Background: Evidence suggests that children are more susceptible to radiation risks or hazards. In particular, their gonads are more sensitive to the effects of radiation, especially at or below reproductive age. Protecting the gonads of children and adults is of particular importance to the imaging. Aim: To investigate level of the use of gonad p... Show More
  • Reflection on Facilitating Learning: A One-to-One Teaching and Learning Experience

    Antwi W. K.

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 3-1, May 2015
    Pages: 20-24
    Received: Jan. 30, 2015
    Accepted: Jan. 30, 2015
    Published: Mar. 21, 2015
    DOI: 10.11648/j.cmr.s.2015040301.15
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    Abstract: Reflection on an experience has been found to improve practice and therefore it is included in the inter-professional training programmes of health the professions. It improves professional expertise because it allows learning from experience. Through reflective practice the conventional way of understanding and performing a particular duty could a... Show More
  • Effect of Clinical Placement; the Radiography Student in Ghana

    Kyei K. A. , Antwi W. K.

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 3-1, May 2015
    Pages: 14-19
    Received: Jan. 30, 2015
    Accepted: Feb. 02, 2015
    Published: Mar. 21, 2015
    DOI: 10.11648/j.cmr.s.2015040301.14
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    Abstract: Background: The clinical setting is one of the most valuable resources available to training institutions to prepare students to competently care for patients and also execute certain tasks with little or no supervision. Aim: To examine the impact of clinical placement on radiography students’ clinical experience. Methodology: A quantitative study ... Show More
  • The Role of Radiographer on the Use of Informed Consent

    Kyei K. A. , Antwi W. K. , Opoku S. Y. , Yarney J. , Amoah E.

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 3-1, May 2015
    Pages: 10-13
    Received: Jan. 30, 2015
    Accepted: Jan. 30, 2015
    Published: Mar. 21, 2015
    DOI: 10.11648/j.cmr.s.2015040301.13
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    Abstract: Background: Multidisciplinary health-care procedures do encounter some challenges that have some legal implications. One way of addressing these issues is by issuance and signing of medical consent. Obtaining medical consent is simply making sure that patients understand why a procedure is being recommended, which alternatives are available, what w... Show More
  • Potential Role of Randomised Control Trial in the Implementation of Evidenced-Based Practice from the Perspective of Diagnostic Imaging

    Antwi W. K. , Kyei K. A. , Opoku S. Y.

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 3-1, May 2015
    Pages: 5-9
    Received: Jan. 30, 2015
    Accepted: Jan. 30, 2015
    Published: Mar. 02, 2015
    DOI: 10.11648/j.cmr.s.2015040301.12
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    Abstract: Evidence-based practice (EBP) in imaging as in any health profession is to provide quality health care based on clinical governance. This is to ensure that quality care is provided daily based on a credible research evidence. Randomized Control Trial (RCT) has been accepted as the best research design to provide credible evidence of an intervention... Show More
  • Variation of Radiographic Protocols: An Examination of Practice During Radiography of Axial and Appendicular Skeleton in the Accra Metropolis-Ghana

    Antwi W. K. , Gawugah J. N. K. , Kyei K. A. , Opoku S. Y. , Arthur L. , Anim Sampong S. , Ofori E. Batsa S.

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 3-1, May 2015
    Pages: 1-4
    Received: Jan. 30, 2015
    Accepted: Jan. 30, 2015
    Published: Mar. 02, 2015
    DOI: 10.11648/j.cmr.s.2015040301.11
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    Abstract: Background: Protocols provide a baseline for audit opportunity as well as evidence for clinical governance, since the use of protocols ensure compliance with documented scope of professional practice. Objectives: We determined the existence and variations of radiographic protocols for radiographic examinations of axial and appendicular skeleton in ... Show More