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- Audit on the radiographers practice for CTPA performing in emergency departmentPublication . Miranda, Dulce; da Silva, Carlos Alberto; Mateus, B.; Almeida, Rui; Vicente, Bianca; Abrantes, António; Ribeiro, A. P.; Santos, P.; Carriço, B.ComputedTomography Pulmonary Angiography (CTPA) is a first line exam used to stratify the early risk of patients with Pulmonary embolism (PE) who is a common presentation to emergency department.The diagnosis of acute Pulmonary embolism (PE) is based on direct evidence of a thrombus in two projections, either as a filling defect or as amputation of a pulmonary arterial branch When performing CTPA, it is important for the radiographer to be aware of all aspects which can lead to an indeterminate CTPA or incorrect interpretation....
- Framework for health care quality and evidence-based practice in radiology departments: A regional study on radiographer's perceptionsPublication . Almeida, Rui; da Silva, Carlos Alberto; Gama, Zenewton André da SilvaIntroduction: The main goals of this study were to describe, in an integrated and multidimensional way, the conditions related to the quality of care in radiology departments from Algarve (Portugal), to assess the perspective of radiographers on the use of scientific evidence in clinical practice and to validate a model that characterizes the conditions for continuous improvement. Methods: A cross sectional study was performed in four radiology departments from public and private healthcare facilities from Algarve region (Portugal). A paper-based survey was sent to all radiographers to assess the quality systems implemented in their radiology departments and their perspective on the use of scientific evidence in clinical practice. Results: In total, 62 radiographers (61.4%) completed the survey. The quality dimensions that obtained the highest degree of compliance were the existence of quality assurance and improvement activities (43.0%), existence of standards in clinical practice of radiographers (42.7%) and the existence of special provisions (37.6%). The quality dimension related to patient’s involvement was the one with the lowest level of compliance. Moreover, from the radiographers perspective, positive responses were obtained related to evidence-based actions (83.0%), sources of evidence (76.0%) and the significance of research activities (74.0%).
- Rethinking the continuous education and training of healthcare professionals in the context of digital technologiesPublication . da Silva, Carlos Alberto; Almeida, Rui; Abrantes, António; Azevedo, Kevin; Vicente, Bianca; Carvalheira, Francisca; Ribeiro Flores, Eurico José; Mestre, TatianaThe healthcare industry is rapidly evolving with new technologies and treatments being developed all the time. This trend means that healthcare professionals must continuously educate themselves to stay current in their field and provide the best possible care to their patients. However, the traditional models of continuing education and training are not always well suited to the fast-paced nature of the healthcare industry. Digital technologies have the potential to revolutionize the way that healthcare professionals are educated and trained. Online courses, virtual simulations, and other interactive learning tools offer a flexible way for professionals to stay current in their field. Therefore, considering that digital instructional technologies could provide a valuable resource for healthcare professionals, this chapter intends to explore the potential of using an educational tool (Moodle), providing the concrete experience of our educational group in the design and implementation of curricular units for teaching health professionals through e-learning methods.