• Students practice terminal digit filing by using prepared file cards and given a set of file cards complete the filing without error.
• Based on a presentation by a diagnostic department management representative presentation, students explain how department staffing is affected by the patient load. They suggest several methods for accommodating the patient load under several different conditions, e.g., an unusually heavy patient load due to a multiple auto accident with many severe injuries.
• Students review generic patient charts to determine acceptable methods of documentation and practice the various methods with accuracy and completeness.

Diagnostic Imaging Procedures Standard 2: Students will know procedures performed within the diagnostic imaging department. They will assist diagnostic imaging personnel with patients and equipment within boundaries regulated by policy and protocol.
Examples of the types of work students should be able to do to meet the standard:

• Students create a crossword puzzle using the terminology for procedures performed in a diagnostic imaging department.
• Students identify the equipment used for procedures performed in a diagnostic imaging department and describe the use and function of each.
• Students participate in a workplace learning experience and provide assistance as designated by the department manager and based on classroom preparation. They share their experience and describe the various procedures that occurred during their assigned time at the department.

Electrocardiogram Procedures Standard 3: Students will know the procedures and equipment necessary to perform single and multi-lead ECG’s. They will identify the cardiac cycle, perform ECG testing, compare results, and report normal and abnormal findings.
Examples of the types of work students should be able to do to meet the standard:

• Students create a step by step procedure guide for performing an ECG. The guide includes how to identify and report normal and abnormal findings.
• Students label the components of a standard ECG machine and demonstrate the appropriate use and maintenance of each component.
• Students label a diagram of the body to demonstrate the placement of ECG leads. Students practice placing leads for an accurate reading.

Electroencephalogram Procedures Standard 4: Students will understand the purposes of a variety of EEG procedures and know the relationship between EEG testing equipment and valid test results. They will perform EEG testing, conduct evoked response tests for use in diagnosing brain and nervous system disorders, and will operate and maintain EEG equipment according to manufacturer and facility requirements.
Examples of the types of work students should be able to do to meet the standard:

• Students label the components of a standard EEG machine and demonstrate the appropriate use and maintenance of each component.
• Students research and identify common symptoms which result in a patient requiring an EEG. They describe expected findings and the recording and reporting process for the procedure.
• Students label a diagram of the head to show the placements of electrodes. They practice placing the electrodes for an accurate response.

Phlebotomy Techniques Standard 5: Students will understand the rationale for the use of phlebotomy equipment and techniques for blood withdrawal related to requested specimens and individual patient needs. They will select appropriate equipment and techniques for blood withdrawal and perform procedures according to accepted protocols.
Examples of the types of work students should be able to do to meet the standard:

• Students research the facility’s policy (protocol) for phlebotomy.
• Students observe a phlebotomist interacting with patients of various ages and then, in a role play situation, demonstrate how to approach patients and explain how the procedures will be performed.
• Students practice phlebotomy procedures as described by regulations and within facility protocols.

Clinical Laboratory Procedures Standard 6: Students will understand the purposes and methods of collecting and processing a variety of laboratory specimens and know the function and care of required equipment. They will collect, label, handle, and prepare specimens according to facility protocol. They will maintain supplies and equipment.
Examples of the types of work students should be able to do to meet the standard:

• Students create a list of the most common laboratory tests which are performed and describe the purpose and function of each test.
• Students practice the collection, labeling, and handling of specimens.
• Students follow a specimen from collection to processing and perform the appropriate test at each steps.

• Students will describe the various diagnostic procedures that would be utilized for a patient that has complained of severe headaches for several months. Included in the description would be the purpose for each procedure, who would perform the procedure and how the results would be reported.