Purpose
To evaluate Radiographers capacity and performance in the analysis of musculoskeletal ultrasound exams.
Methods and materials
This is a quantitative and descriptive correlational study.
Data was obtained through a questionnaire in digital format applied directly to a representative sample of radiographers and radiology students.
We relate several dependent variables such as sensitivity,
specificity,
and acuity and response time.
We can also set as independent variables the Study Group (Radiographers and Students),
Supplementary Training and Work Experience.
An Online questionnaire was made with the ViewDEX 2.0 Software in order to make it more convenient and accessible allowing the analysis of 15 MSK...
Results
The final sample consisted of 45 individuals,
of which 15 (33.3%) wereradiology students and 30 (66.7%) Radiographers (Table 1).
In order to verify the reliability of the questionnaire Cronbach's alpha test was performed (α = 0.803).
Table 1: Sample Demographics
Variables
Total
n
%
Gender
Female
23
51.1
Male
22
48.9
Age
20 - 29 years
24
53.3
30 - 39 years
12
26.7
40 - 49 years
5
11.1
50 - 59 years
4
8.9
Academic Degree
Students
15
33.3
Bachelor Degree
1
2.2...
Conclusion
The sensitivity and specificity values are higher for radiographers and showed better results in the correct identification of pathological changes.
The sensitivity and accuracy is also higher for participants with less experience and specificity is higher for experienced professionals.
Radiographers have some degree of knowledge qualifying them for the detection of musculoskeletal disorders in ultrasound.
This software can also be used as a training tool for both radiographers and students.
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Decreto-Lei nº 564/99 de 21 de Dezembro.
Diário da República nº 564/98 - I Série A.
Ministério da Saúde.
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Unidade Curricular [Internet].
2013.
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