Question & AnswerQ&A (PRC Resolution NO. 14, s. of 1993)
Republic Act No. 7431 mandates that except as otherwise specifically allowed, all applicants for registration as radiologic technologists and x-ray technologists must undergo an examination.
The Board of Radiologic Technology is responsible for promulgating the syllabi of subjects in the Radiologic Technology and X-Ray Technology Licensure Examinations.
Under Sections 20 and 21 of Republic Act No. 7431, the Board has the authority to change or modify the subjects of licensure examinations through the issuance of a resolution.
The resolution shall be effective one month after its publication in a newspaper of general circulation.
Adequate Knowledge (AK) refers to sufficiently comprehensive knowledge of principles and concepts, while Sound Knowledge (SK) refers to a thorough understanding of principles, theories, concepts, structures, and their relationship.
Proficiency is the state of being skilled or adept and relates to practical application of knowledge, demonstrating technical ability, particularly in problem-solving.
Adequate Proficiency (AP) is the ability to apply knowledge broadly in common practice situations without requiring extensive technical research; Competent Proficiency (CP) is the ability to apply knowledge competently without extensive research assistance in practice situations.
The key subject areas are: I) Physics of Diagnostic Radiation and Protection, II) Image Production and Evaluation, III) Radiographic Procedures and Techniques, IV) Patient Care and Human Anatomy and Physiology, and V) Radiological Sciences.
Professional ethics topics include R.A. 7431, Board of Radiologic Technology, Code of Ethics, Board Rules and Regulations, professional obligations, penal provisions, subpoena and contempt of court, and crime against the community.
It includes Human Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology, Nursing and Departmental Procedures, and Professional Ethics.