WHY I CHOSE X-RAY SCHOOL INSTEAD OF NURSING SCHOOL

[@bellaraye07]

Thank You so much for this video! I am currently a Highschool student about to graduate In may and I was stuck between radiology and Nursing. I think I am definitley more interested in radiology after watching your video. I will be graduating with my associates degree because I took colleges classes during highschool and the only prerequisite I would need to take is Anatomy and Physiology 1 and lab for the radiology program.

[@Rheisler1475]

I wanted to go into the Healthcare field, but did not know what path to choose. Got my BS in Healthcare management. Got a job as a patient scheduler and I found that while I was working, I got exposed to radiology from setting up appointments for CT scans as well as looking at patient documentation for diagnose findings and images and thought it was really cool. Going back for my AS in Radiography. Everyone has a journey to get to where they want to be in life. Keep learning and never give up! My sister just got her doctorate as an NP. I am very proud of her, but when her friend thought about going into Nursing, she said Do Not do it. There are soo many jobs in healthcare that only require an AS degree or even just a certification that pays well. You just have to do the research to find it.

[@Sijo2]

Thank you for breaking down the two career paths. I’m currently an LPN exploring a potential switch to becoming an Ultrasound Technician, but I’ve also been accepted into the RN program. I’m trying to determine which path is the right fit for me. I’m drawn to Ultrasound Technology, but I have some concerns about the learning curve when it comes to interpreting the imaging and whether the role might eventually feel monotonous. At the same time, I know both fields offer rewarding opportunities, and I want to make an informed decision.

[@Angel-eo5jo]

I’m a CNA trying to figure out which route to go I’m just ready to advance now.

[@babyfacemichael1]

my notes for students about theatre radiography 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 eg 44kv ( which would not get through a finger). Generally hand 52kv, ankle 57kv, knee/ shoulder 62k , then tweek it. 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. Some machines require the first exposure to be on the AED. 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 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. 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 had the same problem with AP hip on a young man- biggest muscular 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 movement`s to keep control. 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 hes 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.

[@ngefacchiara7484]

Thanks a lot for this video, I’m looking into going to radiology school and your video has taught me a lot

[@edgarmatamoros479]

“I kinda look good” boo you look great!

[@savvybsaving]

Hey Kayla! I am actually a Radiology Scheduler. I schedule patients with the Modalities of MA, DX, FL, US, MRI and CT, and general XRs. There is so much you have to learn to schedule those and the general information behind each since I’m the first point of contact for patients.

[@ValenciaRose.]

What experience did you have to get the role?

[@savvybsaving]

@@ValenciaRose. I live in Oklahoma. This might vary from state to state, but you have to have a high school diploma or GED. Be able to comprehend terms such as the ones above as far as their definitions go. A few things. The company is in multiple stages it’s called RADNET based out of California.

[@alexac.9998]

Thank you for your honesty. This is also why I'm leaning towards radiologic technologist as well.

[@DivinlyPrecious]

You can be an RN with 2 years of school too.

[@stephakay44]

true, but most hospital (at least in PA) require having a bachelors. so you can start with associates but you will have to continue schooling. a huge reason why i stuck with x-ray.

[@KennyJordana]

​@@stephakay44Not in NY. In NY to work in a hospital, group home, school, prison, outpatient center, etc, you only need 2 years to become a RN.

[@PSTXFL]

RN in Texas is 2 years of college prerequisites + 2 years of nursing school = 4 years. Then pass the NCLEX. Better get all As on the prerequisites or you’re not getting into nursing school either.

[@PSTXFL]

@@KennyJordanaRN in Texas is 2 years of college prerequisites + 2 years nursing program = 4 years. I doubt other states are any different.

[@kevin.itruth6880]

How many patients do Hospital Rad techs typically see in a day? Is there alot of physical labor in the field and if so, what kind? Is there alot of burnout in this field and what's causing it?

[@staramoth]

my grandma (nurse) and grandpa (neuroradiologist) want me to get into the medical field and theyve both brought up radiology. im not really sure how the volunteering stuff works but i think that could be a good idea before i go and blow a bunch of money on schooling lol did you just go up to a front desk to ask about a volunteering process or was it more of an online application thing.

[@ismaelbuenrostro4696]

Most people will not agree with me or my EMT partner, but everyone has a different opinion. My partner became an EMT to see if she likes the medical field. Obviously, of course she did. She applied numerous of times for nursing school and nothing. Finally, she got into nursing last year I think, and she's almost there. Many people tell me to go to nursing school, however, I have a different plan by applying for paramedic school to become a firefighter-paramedic. Everyone has a different path. Keep in mind, don't think you're better than other medical personnel. I've witnessed some CT, X-rays, and MRI techs think they're better. However, they sadly don't know what to do when a pt goes unresponsive. Why? Bc one MRI tech wasn't paying attention to the pt while getting a scan. Thirty minutes later, once they pulled the pt out, the pt was unresponsive. The tech stated the last time the pt was conscious was 30 minutes ago..yeah..no bueno. I've got into it with that tech because she thought she knew more than me. Of course, she's under investigation because this was her third pt who became unresponsive.

[@ask409]

Did u consider Sonography school as well?

[@user-bl2zq4mb1t]

Yes this seems less dangerous via the radiation

[@julianmachado4837]

awesome content, great advice

[@libbythorntonmusic]

Would you say that working as a server or a radiographer is more physically demanding? I currently work as a server and looking to apply to an x ray program soon..

[@Natalia-oj6mm]

Looking into radiology school. Which state r u located? Thank You!

[@anumsiddiqui5904]

Great info in this video!

[@danielallen8702]

Round of applause!👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👍😇

[@AprilHannahStudio]

Love this content

[@sondrafreitag662]

I love you kid. Great video ❤

[@johnarmstead3205]

Love this

[@3yearsago287]

You remind me of azzyland, a youtuber

[@anumsiddiqui5904]

You look soooo good

[@janelane-q6c]

X-ray school is for those who couldn’t make it in nursing school. nursing school is way more competitive, and pays more.

[@sondrafreitag662]

I couldn’t disagree more. To each his own. The money isn’t the most important when choosing a career. If you don’t love what you do, nothing is worth it. This is a great video with some good information. I don’t get the message this person thinks she’s better than anyone. She seems to be very open and honest about why SHE chose her career path. 😊👍

[@comegetmyxlove]

That is not always true. Most, if not all, healthcare programs are 2 years. The requirements are a little different though. Nursing prerequisites aren't that difficult either (typically just bio and chem, with an english and math class) and the acceptance rate is higher with larger classes and multiple enrollment dates. My nursing program has a waitlist with like 4 different enrollments - they're always looking for students and they're always guaranteed a spot at some point. My X-Ray and Sonography programs are extremely competitive and only do enrollments once a year. The Sonography program requires harder prerequisites than Nursing and X-Ray as well. The jobs themselves are very different than Nursing. One is not better than the other.

[@earthangel18]

Man nursing sucks I was going into nursing cause my moms a nurse but then while being a LVN I got bit, kicked screamed at so I’m going into radiology tech and it makes 70k and if you get certifications you can make even more so it’s better than nursing imo

[@comegetmyxlove]

@@earthangel18 I could never do nursing. I don't want to work with patients on that level... and you always hear that nurses are underpaid for all the work they do. Rad and ultrasound techs make similar pay and I'd rather do "less" or be involved with a different patient setting than nursing lol. I would only go into nursing if my goal was to work in a specialty like plastic surgery or aesthetic nurse injector. I would never settle being in a hospital setting with crazy patients. I always hear from nurses that they regret it and wish they went into sonography but I've never heard sonographers say they wish they got into nursing!

[@annabellereagan2399]

i would much rather be in radiology than nursing, and they can pay ab the same depending on which modalities you have.

[@anumsiddiqui5904]

Great info in this video!