First year of Radiology school recap! + what I bring to clinical

Hi everyone!!!! Today's video is just me going over what I have learned (and what you most likely cover as well!) in my first year of being an x-ray student! (I also didn't discuss a couple of chapters, but I covered the overall basis!!)
☠ Timestamp breakdown!!
0:00 Intro
0:18 1st semester: Positioning & Procedures
2:21 Lab
3:03 1st semester: Patient Care
3:47 2nd semester: Positioning & Procedures
5:31 2nd semester: Patient Care
5:44 2nd semester: Physics
6:41 Clinical
8:42 Clinical - what I bring with me
12:29 Outro
13:08 Bloopers
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☠ Where I got my x-ray markers from!
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☠ Camera used for in the video:
Canon m50/iPhone 11
🤍☠️thanks for watching!☠️🤍
#radiology,#radiologystudent,#xray

[@babyfacemichael1]

Michael `s theatre II Tips 1. Take all the keys to every machine, just in case yours stops working 2. Let the surgeon decide where the II comes from , where the Monitor should go, don’t assume 3. If the body part is over the steel table base, or the metal table edge, or gaps in the foam table are in the way then -solution- Move the patient. 4. Beware sandbags , can be put under hips/ chest by inexperienced theatre staff 5. Set a manual kv for extremities -so that even if you come in and are centred in the wrong place , the image will be correctly exposed. Otherwise if your going in and out, over the body part, even slight miss centering will result in a black/ underexposed image, because it will give a fresh air exposure e.g. 44kv ( which would not get through a finger). Generally hand 52kv, ankle 57kv, knee/ shoulder 62k. I once I had a student who never centred bang in the middle once, for an ankle op . The surgeon didn`t notice. The foam table makes 2 kv difference compared to HBL fresh air . 6. The ii has an obese button, which is the maximum mA output, find out where this is. If this doesn’t work and the image is still black - still under exposed , the only thing you can do is try and use the Monitor brightness/contrast - this may well not work ! there`s nothing you can do !! with this machine on this patient. 7. Save all the images- make this a habit- you don’t know which operation turns out wrong, even though it seems ok at the time 8. If your doing AP and Lateral, every time you go to the other position , swap the image over on the monitors. So you always keep an AP on one side and a Lateral on the other. This takes concentration. 9. The worst problem is obesity with osteoporosis. Obesity means the II will use a high KV eg 110kv ,so LOW contrast. The bones will be very hard to see because they don’t have any bone in them ! If the surgeon is moaning explain this LOL I once had the same problem of low contrast on a young man AP hip- biggest thigh in England. 10. Expect the first image to be wrong, wrong place , wrong orientation. Move the wheels in the direction you want to go, either towards head/ foot or in/out , make it easy for yourself , move in each direction in turn, and you will get where you want to be. Small movements. 11. Don’t let the surgeons use the flat II surface to apply a wet plaster of Paris unless you cover it first with a plastic bag, or water will get into it ,and it will go bang ! 12. For hips / DHS cover the tube ( under the table/ hip) with a plastic bag ,so blood doesn’t get into it. 13. You can get a lateral of the humerus, femur with the patient flat ( both legs down) on the table, if you come in sideways , from the opposite side, and angle 70 degrees and the body part ( shoulder/ hip/ femur) is right over the edge of the table ( so the metal table sides are not in the way) 14. If you leave the theatre for a break ( very long case) always tell someone whose sterile ( surgeon/ scrub nurse) where you will be, just in case they suddenly need you back. 15. Only ask the surgeon a question when they are not doing something dangerous e.g. with a drill. 16. At the end of the operation get a clear answer you are finished BEFORE you remove the sterile xray cover.

[@paigeerigan9945]

Just got accepted into Rad Tech school this week! This video is literally perfect timing to answer some of my questions!!!

[@CaitlinFumiatti]

Omg yay congrats!!🥳 glad the video help you out!! 🤍

[@Little_stud93]

Are there pre-Ruq?

[@TejRecordz]

How’s it going

[@hlgjdd]

Glad I found you!! Definitely what I’ve learned on my first semester, just started my second semester and cannot wait to get my first comp!

[@zoecallahan3454]

YAY!! Congratulations!!❤️

[@oliviasingleton3734]

I just started my rad tech program August 23 and I'm so excited. I'm so nervous about clinicals but, watching your video made me feel better and more confident about being in the program in general.

[@troythexrayboy]

thanks Caitlin! I really liked hearing what u had to say about your training. Keep up the great work & before u know it you’ll be all done with school! It really flies by 😁

[@CaitlinFumiatti]

Aw thank you!! I actually took my boards and started working in X-ray May 2022! And so true, It’s so crazy how fast it goes by!! Can’t believe it 🫣😂

[@BernSiapno]

I start my program in 3 weeks! So nervous and excited. Thank you for this video Caitlin!!

[@serenaraquel3961]

How have you been? Any update

[@marissaellen6469]

I start my program in august and I would love to see more videos from you, such as what to bring to radiology school!

[@shelbyjones6559]

This is so helpful!! Thank you so much!!

[@tashondapatterson9940]

Hi! My first day of RAD Tech school is literally tomorrow! I’m excited but I’m definitely calm at the same time lol. I’m really ready to see what this program has in store for me!

[@gagestrelau5554]

I start my core august 28 and I’m so excited! Thank you for this video!

[@CaitlinFumiatti]

Ahhh good luck, you’ll do great!!! 😁

[@Lila-oi9xt]

Hey girly absolutely luv the vid, and ur hair is sooo gorg! Can you make a vid showing how you trim or color it? And make sure to wear your cape!🙏💖💖starting cosmo school soon!

[@ImbeeBunny]

I just started my program and it was so cool to hear you starting to talk about the “boring” stuff. I’d actually like to hear more of that. Loved the video. Please continue to share your journey.

[@CaitlinFumiatti]

Omg ur so sweet haha, thank you for the support!!🤍🤍

[@loislane3972]

I'd LOVE to know how Ure X-Ray education is progressing? I am hoping to start My X-Ray college education this fall. Is it really difficult? Are the School days long? Is there alot of Homework ? My apologies on so many ?s.... Please,I am just very curious re; the X-Ray field. TY so much!

[@winter_beautii]

I'm finishing up my first semester starting clinicals next semester thanks for the advice

[@MrBachChoy]

Just passed my boards but it's always cool to see new students experiences. Good luck in your program! :)

[@kourtniejackson50]

Got accepted into diagnostic imaging in July! I have my first class this Thursday. Thanks for the video!

[@loislane3972]

Ms.Jackson, How is Ure X-Ray education going g? I really PRAY& hope to be starting this fall. So... I was wanting to know how U are liking it-so far. TY so much,Ms.Jackson.

[@2LMALCOLM]

I start my program in 2 more Monday’s lol yep it’s finna get real I listened to your video all the way through and what you said is pretty similar to what techs I shadowed said and other techs on KZbin said. Thank you for the heads up insight. AND YOU PRETTY AS ALL OUT DOORS

[@mike_zilla8604]

How's it going?

[@231mac]

Wonderful video! What pocket guide did you use, btw? I'm starting Rad school in August and I'd like to get a jump on things.

[@lateerahwilliams7116]

I’m really excited!! I just got accepted into. The rad program for fall 2022

[@CaitlinFumiatti]

Congrats!! U will do great!! 🥳

[@vanessawynne6532]

First semester over here! Had our chest check offs today & start clinical Monday!

[@CaitlinFumiatti]

Awww good luck, I’m sure u will do amazing! 😊🤎

[@user-ld3xl7ic2f]

Great video I start the Program in August! Very nervous! Also did anyone worked while in school????

[@KaPaoLor]

Hello Caitlin. I know this video was two years ago, but it’s so helpful. I wanted to ask you where you are working now and if you enjoy it. Thank you for such an amazing video.

[@anubis6447]

Thank you so much! congratulations for making it through to your 2nd semester, BRAVO!!!! Your information is very helpful and energetic. Could you please inbox resources you use for radiology physics, am very much interested. Thanks

[@CaitlinFumiatti]

Radiation physic we used bushong and that’s the only resource I used in the program. Ask for studying for the boards I used the mosbys book and the Kettering book!

[@pozytywnaosobka1319]

Hi! I am second semester Xray student!! Could you please share any study methods that worked for you? I am trying to figure out my own.

[@johnathenzenuh7427]

i just got accepted into my Rad Tech program and this video i found is very perfect timing lol

[@CaitlinFumiatti]

Ahhh Congratulations!! 🥳 good luck! Hope this was helpful 😊

[@kathiezamora7690]

Hey! How many classes do4/ a radiology tech take during a day?

[@pseudo27s]

Where would you get the pocket handbook? Starting my first day of clinical placement in 3 days and I'm so nervous lol

[@CaitlinFumiatti]

It came with our school book bundle! To be honest tho I didn’t use it as much as I thought, but everyone is different! They’re kinda on the pricier side imo around 55-60 dollars. For an alternative, u can kinda DIY ur own with a small notebook. Could be a great opportunity to help remember the projections! 😊

[@lazydiamondland2805]

I start clinic in 2 days and I'm terrified

[@shelbynickell7797]

What do they say about the cancer risks related to xray? That is the only thing holding me back.

[@CaitlinFumiatti]

Radiation used now is so minimal than it was back in the 70s even early 00s due to the use now of digital equipment ! We monitor our radiation levels with little badges that will show our exposure, which most of the time is minimal. As an X-ray tech ur allowed to be exposed to a certain amount of radiation per year where it is considered “safe levels”. In the program we also learn the best practices on how to protect ourself from radiation 😁 I hope this is helpful!!

[@ciahishername]

I started my program in June. I really want to record my experience. Just don’t know if anyone will be interested! Thank you for the video because I’m always looking for people in the x-ray program.

[@CaitlinFumiatti]

Awww yay so exciting!! and omg yes girl we need more youtubers in the X-ray community!!! 😊🤍

[@anubis6447]

Hello beautiful! I am definitely interested on your experience in the program. Thank you!!!!!!!

[@ciahishername]

I just started posting videos about my school program! Hopefully it is helpful to other students in this program!!

[@KuSellarOfficial]

Hi! I'm a 3rd-semester Xray student. Any advice on the C-spine series?

[@CaitlinFumiatti]

oooo C-spine can be tricky depending on what projection you're doing! my best straightforward advice is to try to make sure the pt isn't rotated and aim for mid neck/adams apple (C4) :) same thing goes for if ur doing the axials and oblqiues! as for the C1-C2 projection (open mouth) i struggle with but one of the techs told me to aim for the uvula you should get it, but i havent tried that yet! :)

[@KuSellarOfficial]

@@CaitlinFumiatti thanks 😊

[@Parkerparadise]

Start semester 1 this fall!

[@CaitlinFumiatti]

That’s awesome!! Good luck😊🤍🤍

[@nfentress99]

Hi just got accepted hoping to film my journey as well ☺️☺️ goodluck!

[@CaitlinFumiatti]

Yay congrats!! And yes do it! Can’t wait to watch ur journey 🤍🤍

[@TejRecordz]

Update

[@nfentress99]

@@TejRecordz update i’ve graduated!! 😊 i wanted to vlog my journey but school took up majority of my time. maybe ill make some videos about post xray school.

[@TejRecordz]

@@nfentress99 any tips please I apply in 2024 congratulations

[@nfentress99]

@@TejRecordz goodluck! id say make friends with your classmates so it’s easier to practice and study. also its just makes it more enjoyable since you’ll be together for two years. as for clinicals take what you find most helpful from the techs you work with. remember everyone was once a student, you got this!

[@bottosrob]

Did you work during school?

[@CaitlinFumiatti]

I did not, some people can work part time and still do very well but the best option for me was to hold off working for right now 😁

[@ochiramoses7821]

Just got admitted for a diploma here in Uganda

[@ochiramoses7821]

Thanks

[@pozytywnaosobka1319]

Do u like radiology so far?

[@CaitlinFumiatti]

Yes! I’ve been working in X-ray for about 8 months now and just accepted a position in interventional radiology !😁

[@pozytywnaosobka1319]

@@CaitlinFumiatti how do you like interventional radiology so far?

[@aliasox4]

speak too fast !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@isabelortiz8146]

I got accepted into diagnostic imaging program 🥹 I start next month! Thank you for the video!

[@CaitlinFumiatti]

Yayyyy!! 🥳 Hoping it’s going well for u so far!!! Best of luck 😁

[@isabelortiz8146]

Thank you girl! I’m in finals week! 😬 exams, IV comp and a practicum!