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PROFESSIONAL REGULATORY BOARD OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY

Resolution No. Q8
Series of 2023

ADOPTION, ISSUANCE AND PROMULGATION OF THE ENHANCED

TABLES OF SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE SUBJECTS IN THE
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGISTS LICENSURE EXAMINATION

WHEREAS, the Vision Statement of the Professional Regulation Commission

(PRC/Commission) is to serve as an instrument for the Filipino people in securing for the
nation a reliable, trustworthy, and progressive system of determining the competence of
professionals through credible and valid Licensure Examinations;

WHEREAS, Section 9(h) of Republic Act (R.A.) No. 8981, known as the “PRC
(^ Modernization Act of 2000” empowers the Professional Regulatory Boards (PRBs) to
prepare, adopt and issue the syllabi or tables of specifications (TOS) of the subjects for
\ examinations in consultation with the academe, and determine and prepare the questions
\ for the licensure examinations which shall strictly be within the scope of the syllabus or
TOS of the subjects for examination;

WHEREAS, Section 18 of R.A. No. 7431, known as the “Radiologic Technology Act of
1992” provides that all applicants for registration as radiologic technologists shall be
required to undergo an examination which shall be given by the Professional Regulatory
Board of Radiologic Technology (Board), through the Commission;

WHEREAS, the Board issued Resolution No. 01 (s. 2010) on the promulgation of the
TOS for the subjects in the Board Licensure Examinations for Radiologic and X-ray
Technologists;

WHEREAS, the Commission on Higher Education issued Memorandum Order No. 07 (s.
2018) or the “Policies, Standards and Guidelines for the Bachelor of Science in Radiologic
Technology Education (BSRT) Program”. This Policies, Standards and Guidelines
implements the shift from learning competency-based standards to outcome-based
education;

WHEREAS, the Commission issued Resolution No. 1049 (s. 2017), entitled “Prescribing
the Adoption and Promulgation of an Outcome-Based Licensure Examination by All
Professional Regulatory Boards for their Respective Professions”, which enjoins the
PRBs to update and enhance their respective TOS based on the new CHED PSG
issuances. The TOS shall further include the qualifications level descriptors defined in
terms of knowledge, skills and values, application, and degree of independence referred
to in Section 8 of R.A. No. 10968 or the “Philippine Qualifications Framework Act”;

^ WHEREAS, the TOS shall be the basis for the test items to be encoded into the Test
l Questions Databank System;

WHEREAS, the TOS shall include the competencies covering the topics and sub-topics,
the percentage weights and number of items, as well as, the levels of difficulty classified
as follows: Easy (Remembering and Understanding), Moderate (Applying and Analyzing),
and Difficult (Evaluating and Creating);

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PROFESSIONAL REGULATORY BOARD OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY
Resolution No. qq (s. 2023)
Adoption, Issuance and Promulgation of the Enhanced
Tables of Specifications for the Subjects in the
Radiologic Technologists Licensure Examination
Page 2 of 3

WHEREAS, the Board conducted a public consultation with its stakeholders in

coordination with the Philippine Association of Deans and Faculty of Colleges of
Radiologic Technology (PADFOCORT, Inc.) and the Philippine Association of Radiologic
Technologists (PART, Inc.), in compliance with R.A. No. 8981;

WHEREAS, the Board, with the guidance of the PRC Consultant for Test Construction
and Development, formulated the TOS for implementation in the Radiologic
Technologists Licensure Examination;

NOW THEREFORE, the Board RESOLVES, as it is hereby RESOLVED, to adopt, issue

and promulgate the “Enhanced Tables of Specifications for the subjects in the Radiologic
Technologists Licensure Examinations”, hereto attached as Annex “A” and made an
integral part of this Resolution.

RESOLVED FURTHER, that this Resolution shall apply in the December 2023 Radiologic
Technologists Licensure Examination and the subsequent schedules thereof.

This supersedes Board Resolution No. 01 (s. 2010) and shall take effect immediately
following the completion of its publication in the Official Gazette or in any newspaper of
general circulation in the Philippines.

Let a copy of this Resolution be furnished the University of the Philippines Law Center
and posted at the PRC Website for information

Done in the City of Manila, this 9th day of August , 2023.

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REYNALDO APOLONIO S. TISADO
Chairman

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Member Member

ATTESTED BY:

ATTY. BAUTISTA
Chief, PRB Secretariat Division
PROFESSIONAL REGULATORY BOARD OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY
Resolution No. 08 (s. 2023)
Adoption, lssuance~and Promulgation of the Enhanced
Tables of Specifications for the Subjects in the
Radiologic Technologists Licensure Examination
Page 3 of 3

APPROVED:

CHAklTO A. ZAMORA
Chairperson

JOsk^^UETO, JR.
ERWIN M. ENAI
Commissioner ^Commissioner

DATE OF PUBLICATION IN THE

business mirror AUG 1 1 2023
EFFECT WE DATE'. !IV\iY\ElMmi
 Table of Specifications

Professional Regulatory Board of Radiologic Technology

as of 2023
Subject: Image Production And Evaluation
Weight: 20%

PQF Level: _6
Difficulty Level Easy: 30%
Moderate:50%
Difficult: 20%
Bloom’s Taxonomy Remembering Understanding Applying Analyzing Evaluating Creating

Topics and Outcomes Wt. No. of

Items
The examinees can perform
the following competencies
under each topic:_______
A. Film-Screen Image 40 40
Acquisition, Processing
and Image Analysis
1. Processing Room 5 5 ;
Design ■ ■■■ ■

1.1 Explain the 2 2 2

importance of a
radiographic
darkroom and its
design as to size
and location,
construction
considerations, and
entrances.
1.2 Assess safelight 2 2 2
illumination, filter,
bulb size/wattage,
mounting distance,
and direction
appropriate for
specific image
receptor systems.
1.3 Explain the 1 1 1
importance of
shielding and
drainage system.
. iiuii mii T :
2. Imaging Accessories 10 10
2.1 Illustrate the basic 3 3 3
structure, the
functions, and
properties of each
component of
radiographic film.
2.2 Recognize the 1 1 1
features and
purpose of the
characteristic curve.
2.3 Illustrate the 3 3 3
important
considerations of
proper film storage
 and handling as to
temperature,
humidity, light,
radiation, and
pressure.
2.4 Identify various 3 3 3
types of image
receptor holders and
the function of each
component of an
intensifying screen.
3, Processing of Latent 10
Image
3.1 Explain latent image 3 3 3
formation.
3.2 Illustrate the various 7 7 7
processing stages
and the chemical
components with
their respective
functions for manual,
automatic, and
daylight processing.
Imcmo 8 8
Quality _____
4.1 Produce good 8 8 8
quality radiographic
film image with
respect to contrast
and density and
other factors that
affect the overall
image quality in
terms of resolution,
mottle, graininess,
and effect of focal
spot.
5. Radiographic Film 7 7
Analysis
5.1 Point out the causes 1 1 1
of processing faults,
with its technical and
procedural factors,
and possible
remedies.
5.2 Identify problems of 3 3 3
inadequate
processing.
5.3 Execute corrective 3 3 3
measures to
detected problems of
inadequate
processing.
40 [i:
f 1 .Technical Factors 1
3 3
1.1 Distinguish the 2 2 2
relationships of
technical factors that
control and affect
image exposure.
1.2 Explain practical 1 1 1
considerations in
setting standards for
 :
::
1.1 Recognize the 1 1 1
history of computers
and the role of the
transistor.
1.2 Identify the 1 1 1
advantage of
computed
radiography over
screen film
radiography.
3 3 WMi
_______
2.1 Distinguish the 1 1 1
characteristics of the
pixel size, matrix
size, and the field of
view.
2.2 Identify the use of 1 1 1
silicon, selenium,
cesium iodide,
gadolinium
oxysulfide and other
phosphors in digital
radiography.
2.3 Distinguish spatial 1 1 1
resolution and
contrast resolution.
3. Image Acquisition 3 ___ ___ ______________ !
3.1 Breakdown the 1 1 1
components of direct
and indirect Thin-
Film Transistor
(TFT) flat panel
detection system.
3.2 Illustrate the 1 1 1
construction of direct
and indirect Thin-
Film Transistor
(TFT) flat panel
detection system.
3.3 Differentiate 1 1 1
Charged Couple
Devise (CCD) and
Complementary
Metal-Oxide
Semiconductor
(CMOS) technology,
2

1 1
L .ir::: 1
-:
4.1 Explain the
histogram process or
histogram analysis
as it relates to
automatic rescaling
and determining an
exposure indicator.
4.2 Identify common 1 1
limitations and
technical problems
encountered when
using
 acceptable image
quality. .....
2. Radiographic Contrast 14 14
2.1 Relate the effects of 2 2 2
kVp and other
influencing factors
on radiographic
contrast.
2.2 Differentiate types of 1 1 1
radiographic contrast
as to short and long
scale contrast, high
and low contrast.
2.3 Solve problems 5 5 5
regarding technique
conversion factors:
• 15%kVprule
• kVp and mAs
relationship
• kVp and exposure
time relationship
• Technique change
when using beam
restrictor
• Correction factor
for varying
intensifying screen
speeds
• Grid conversion
factor
• Age correction
factor
• Correction factor
for orthopedic
radiography.
2.4 Assess grid 4 4 4
efficiency in terms of
grid ratio and
frequency.
2.5 Apply the most 2 2 2
appropriate grid ratio
for a given clinical
situation.
...3. Radiographic Density 12 12
3.1 Explain radiographic 2 2 2
density and mAs as
primary controlling
factor that affects
density,
3.2 Illustrate the 6 6 6
influencing factors
affecting density as
to focal film distance,
kVp, pathology, film
processing,
intensifying screen,
film emulsion, and
heel effect.
3.3 Illustrate how beam 2 2 2
filtration affects x-ray
beam intensity,
beam quality, and
 resultant patient
exposure.
3.4 Compute 2 2 2
mathematical
conversions on mAs-
SID and kVp-mAs
relationships.
4. Geometric, Visibility, 8 8
and Distortion of Detail
4.1 Illustrate the 4 4 4
relationship of the
factors that affect
detail and distortion
in terms of motion,
focal spot size,
object-film distance,
focal-film distance,
intensifying screen
speed, non-screen
holder, film-screen
contact, and target-
object-film
alignment.
4.2 Assess how 2 2 2
geometric factor and
other imaging
accessories affect
image detail.
4.3 Classify distortion in 1 1 1
terms of size and
shape.
4.4 Compare the types 1 1 1
of motion and its
importance in
limiting motion
unsharpness.
5. Brightness Digital 2
Display/Density (film)
5.1 Recognize the 1 1 1
importance of the
amount of exposure
delivered to the
image receptor.
5.2 Apply conversion 1 1 1
factors for changes
in distance, grid
ratio, image
receptors, as well as
the effect of
reciprocity law and
the 15 percent rule.
6. Exposure Factor 1 1
Formulation !
6.1 Analyze the 1 1 1
exposure factor
considerations
involved in
determining
exposure
techniques.
C. Computed and Digital 20 20
Radiography_______
 1. Radiologic 5
Technology Law and
Code of Ethics
1.1 Explain the provision 2 2 2
of RA 7431, an Act
regulating the
practice of
Radiologic
Technology in the
Philippines.
1.2 Apply the Code of 3 3 3
Ethics in the Practice
of the Radiologic
Technology
Profession.
2. Guiding Principles of 10 10
Ethical Practice to
Different Situations
2.1 Implement the 4 4 1 3
general principles of
Bioethics as applied
in Radiologic
Technology.
2.2 Carry out the virtues 4 4 4
and values of the
Radiologic
Technology practice.
2.3 Demonstrate good 2 2 2
working relationship
with peers, other
personnel in the
department, and with
physicians, and
other health
professionals._____
F. Radiologic Pathology
1. General Basis of 3 3
Pathologic Condition
1.1 Relate the different 3 3 3
basis of pathologic
conditions as to
inflammation,
injury/trauma,
neoplasia, congenital
disorders, nutritional
imbalance, and
infectious diseases.
2. Pathologic Basis of 3 3 ;
Disease Formation
2.1 Distinguish the major 3 3 3
categories of
pathologic basis of
disease formation as
to its cause,
biochemical, and
tissue change and
result.
3. Pathological 4 4 ■ .

Conditions of the
Different Body....... .
 Systems.
3.1 Differentiate the 2 2 2
various pathological
conditions of the
different body
systems as to
etiology,
inflammation,
neoplasm, and
trauma or injury.
3.2Apply the imaging 2 2 1 1
procedures and
interventional
techniques
appropriate for
diseases common to
each body system.
4. Effect of Pathologic 5 5
Conditions on the
Relative Attenuation
of X-rays
4,1 Illustrate the 2 2 2
essential
manifestations of
pathological
conditions and their
relevance to
radiologic
procedures.
4.2Explain the common 3 3 3
pathological
conditions affecting
the organ systems
as presented/
viewed on the
radiograph and the
radiographic
appearance of
diseases.
Total 100 100 30 50 20
 PhotoStimulable
Phosphor (PSP)
systems.
5. Fundamental Principles 2 2
of Exposure
5.1 Apply the receptor 1 1 1
exposure indicator
values to technical
factors, system
calibration,
part/beam/plate
alignment, and
patient exposure.
5.2 Assess potential 1 1 1
impact of digital
radiographic
systems on patient
exposure and the
application of the
ALARA concept in a
digital system.
6. Image Evaluation 2 2
6.1 Recognize the effect 2 2 2
of image processing
parameters to the
image appearance.
7. Quality Assurance and 2 2
Maintenance Issues
7.1 Implement several 1 1 1
quality assurance
(QA) activities used
in a digital radiology
department.
7.2 Summarize the daily, 1 1 1
weekly and monthly
quality control (QC)
activities assigned to
a radiologic
technologist.
8. Display 2 2
8,1 Distinguish the 1 1 1
measurement used
to classify monitors.
8.2 Differentiate dry and 1 1 1
wet laser image
______ technology.
9. Data Management 2 2
9.1 Apply preventive 1 1 1
measures on the
common problems
associated with
retrieving and
viewing images on
Picture Archiving
Communication
System (PACS).
9.2 Discuss the use of 1 1 1
an image archiving
in terms of short and
long-term storage.
Total 100 100 30 50 20
 Table of Specifications

Professional Regulatory Board of Radiologic Technology

as of 2023____________________
Subject: Patient Care And Management
Weight: 20%

PQF Level: _6
Difficulty Level Easy: 30%
Moderate:50%
Difficult: 20%
Bloom's Taxonomy Remembering Understanding Applying Analyzing Evaluating Creating

Topics and Outcomes Wt. No. of

Items
The examinees can perform
the following competencies
under each topics_______
A. Human Anatomy and 15 15
Physiology _____
1. Radiologic Surface 4 4
Anatomy and Body
Cuts !|i
1.1 Illustrate the surface 2 2 2
anatomy of the
human body.
1.2 Analyze positions 2 2 2
and body cuts.
2. Anatomic Structures 11 11
in Body Systems
2.1 Explain the essential
anatomic structures
of the body systems
as applied in
radiography of the:
2.1.1 skeletal system 2 2 2
2.1.2 digestive 2 2 2
system
2.1.3 urinary system 2 2 2
2.1.4 respiratory 2 2 2
system
2.1.5 reproductive 1 1 1
system
2.1.6 circulatory 1 1 1
system
2.1.7 nervous 1 1 1
______ system______
B. Medical Terminology
1. Medical Root Words 8 8
and Vocabulary
Related to Radiologic ':
Technology
1.1 Apply the word­ 4 4 4
building process, its
Latin root word,
prefixes, and
suffixes related to
 medical application.
1.2Distinguish terms 3 3 2 1
referring to the
practice of medicine
and health-related
profession, as well
as medical
abbreviations and
symbols.
1.3 Identify some related 1 1 1
pharmacological
terms and the
classification,
manifestations,
diagnosis, and
treatment of
diseases.
2. Medical Terms 7 7
Referring to General
Aspects in Medicine
2.1 Explain medical 3 3 3
terms referring to
certain infectious
diseases, diseases
of various body
systems, and
obstetrics.
2.2Organize according 2 2 2
to its applicable
terms for various
radiological
instruments and
equipment.
2.2 Critique orders, 2 2 2
requests, and
diagnostic reports.
C. Patient Care
1. Radiologic
an6
6
Technologist-to-
Patient Relationship
1.1 Implement the 3 3 3
developed
harmonious
relationship between
technologist and
patienb
1.2Illustrate patients' 3 3 3
rights and
responsibilities.
2. Radiologic 11 11
Technology and
Clinical Practice
2.1 Carry out 2 2 1 1
preparation and
verification of patient
before the
radiological
procedure.
2.2Distinguish medical 2 2 1 1
asepsis and its
 promotion.
2,3 Illustrate safe 3 3 3
techniques for
moving and
transferring patients
using principles of
body mechanics.
2.4 Apply terms related 4 4 4
to infection control
and the radiologic
technologist's role in
preventing infection.
imm
3. Medical Emergencies 8 8
Related to Radiologic : mm
p|||i
.... Technology________
3.1 Assess the medical 4 4 2 2
emergencies in the
Radiology
Department and
apply the protocols
to cope with such
situations.
3.2Apply Basic Life 4 4 4
Support (BLS) to the
patient when
needed.
D. Administration and 15 15
Leadership______
1- Organizational 7 7
Structure in the
Radiology
Department
1.1 Relate the essential 3 3 3
functions in the
management of a
Radiology
Department.
1.2 Explain important 4 4 4
organizations,
staffing, and
licensing
requirements of a
radiologic facility.
2. Elements of 8 8
Administration and
Radiology
Department
Management
2.1 Relate the 4 4 3 1
radiological
personnel's job
description, duties,
and obligations.
2.2Distinguish 4 4 4
leadership and
entrepreneurial
attitudes, behavior,
and skills.
E. Professional Ethics and 15 15
Jurisprudence_________________
 Table of Specifications

Professional Regulatory Board of Radiologic Technology

as of 2023
Subject: Radiation Physics. Equipment. Biology, Protection
Weight: 20%

PQF Level: _6
Difficulty Level Easy: 30%
Moderate:50%
Difficult: 20%
Bloom’s Taxonomy Remembering Understanding Applying Analyzing Evaluating Creating

Topics and Outcomes Wt. No. of

Items
The examinees can perform
the following competencies
under each topic:________
A. Radiation Physics and 20 20
Characteristics
1. Sub-topic 4 4
1.1 Recognize 1 1 1
fundamental atomic
structures.
1.2 Identify the 1 1 1
properties of x-rays
and the processes of
ionization and
excitation.
1.3 Differentiate 1 1 1
between ionizing
and nonionizing
radiation.
1.4 Indicate radioactivity 1 1 1
and radioactive
decay in terms of
alpha, beta, and
gamma emission.
2. X-ray Production and 6 6
Interaction with Matter
2.1 Point out the 1 1 1
conditions necessary
to produce x-
radiation.
2.2 Distinguish the 3 3 2 1
various photon
interactions with
matter in terms of its
• interaction,
• relation to atomic
number,
• photon energy and
part density, and
• applications in
diagnostic
radiology:
2.3 Solve relationships 2 2 2
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of wavelength and
frequency to beam
characteristics.
3. Application of X-ray 10 10
Interaction with Matter
3.1 Apply the clinical 5 5 5
significance of
photoelectric and
modified scattering
interactions in
diagnostic imaging.
3.2 Explain the 3 3 2 1
processes of
ionization and
excitation.
3.3 Explain the 1 1 1
relationship of
energy, wavelength,
and frequency.
3.4 Assess the 1 1 1
production of
bremsstrahlung and
characteristic
radiations.
B. Imaging Equipment and 12 12
Maintenance
1. X-ray Circuits, 5 5
Generators, and
Machine Operation
1.1 Illustrate the laws of 2 2 1 1
electrostatics, the
different electrical
circuits, and proper
grounding
procedures.
1.2 Explain the types of 1 1 1
transformers,
electrical symbols,
and Autotransformer
Law.
1.3 Identify the general 1 1 1
components and
functions of the tube
and filament circuits.
1.4 Compare generators 1 1 1
in terms of radiation
produced and
efficiency.
2. X-ray Machine Parts 3 3
and Automatic
Processor
2.1 Describe functions of 1 1 1
components of
automatic exposure
control (AEC)
devices.
2.2 Explain protocols 2 2 2
used to extend x-ray
tube life.
3. X-ray Machine, Other 4 4
 Devices, and
Maintenance
3.1 Assess the causes 1 1 1
of mechanical
malfunction and its
corrective measures.
3.2 Implement the 2 2 2
benefits of
preventive
maintenance.
3.3 Appraise the 1 1 1
concept of the
purpose,
construction and
application of video
camera tubes, CCD
and TV monitors.
C. Radiobiology
1. Radiation Exposure 4 4
and Cell Biology
1.1 Describe the 1 1 1
principles of cellular
biology.
1,2 Differentiate sources 2 2 2
of radiation
exposure.
1.3 Recognize radiation- 1 1 1
induced chemical
reactions and
potential biologic
damage.
2. Biological Effects 9 9
2.1 Identify methods to 1 1 1
measure radiation
response.
2.2 Assess methods to 1 1 1
measure radiation
response.
2.3 Differentiate 2 2 2
between somatic
and genetic radiation
effects and its
specific diseases or
associated
syndromes.
2.4 Identify and illustrate 5 5 1 4
stochastic
(probabilistic) and
non-stochastic
(deterministic)
effects.
3. Dose Response 7 7
Relationships if
3.1 Construct the 3 3 3
concepts of embryo
and fetal effects of
radiation exposure
and acute radiation
syndromes.
3.2 Make use of the 4 4 4
 dose response
curves to study the
relationship between
radiation dose levels
and the degree of
biologic response.
D. Radiation Protection [t] 2
1. Radiation Quantities 3 3
and Units
1.1 Define radiation and 1 1 1
radioactivity units of
measurement.
1.2 Identify effective 1 1 1
dose limits (EDI) for
occupational and
nonoccupational
radiation exposure.
1.3 Explain the ALARA 1 1 1
concept.
2. Occupational Exposure 4 4
Control Methods
2.1 Identify the basis for 1 1 1
occupational
exposure limits.
2.2 Assess the 1 1 1
relationship between
irradiated area and
effective dose.
2.3 Compare the theory 2 2 2
and operation of
radiation detection
devices.
3. Radiation Detection 4 4
and Measurement
3.1 Distinguish between 2 2 2
primary and
secondary radiation
barriers.
3.2 Describe personnel 2 2 2
monitoring devices,
including
applications,
advantages, and
limitations for each
device.
4. Dose Calculations and 9 9
Dose Control Measures
4.1 Perform and 5 5 4 1
analyze calculations
of exposure with
varying time,
distance and
shielding.
4.2 Select the 2 2 2
immobilization
techniques used to
eliminate voluntary
motion.
4.3 Apply safety factors 2 2 2
for the patient,
 health care
personnel and family
members in the
room during
radiographic
procedures^______
E. Quality Assurance
1. Quality Control and 4 4
Assurance
Fundamentals ,
1,1 Point out the 1 1 1
benefits of a quality
control to the patient
and to the
department.
1.2 Give examples of 2 2 2
the various tools
employed in quality
control tests.
1.3 Illustrate the process 1 1 1
of quality assurance
and its requirements.
2. Principles and 6 6
Practices of Quality
Assurance • ; : : '
2.1 Differentiate 1 1 1
between quality
improvement/
management, quality
assurance and
quality control.
2.2 Solve problems in 5 5 5
quality assurance
and quality control
procedures for
darkroom,
radiographic
equipment, and
accessories.
3. Quality Control 5 5
Methodsand
Techniques
3.1 Explain the methods 1 1 1
of evaluating
screens for
undesirable speed
loss and film-screen
contact.
3.2 Assess the results of 1 1 1
basic quality control
tests
3.3 Apply the concept of 3 3 3
chain in a diagnostic
procedure leading to
the production of a
quality radiographic
image which will
provide information
on the medical
condition of a
 patient.

F. Imaging Science 13 13
Informatics
1. Fundamentals of 4 4
Medical imaging
informatics
1.1 Identify and apply 4 4 3 1
the basic concepts,
principles,
terminology, and
technology in
medical imaging
informatics.
2 Medical Image Data 1 1
2.1 Illustrate how 1 1 1
medical images and
data are produced,
processed, and
stored.
3 Workflow in Radiology 1 1
3.1 Explain how 1 1 1
technology in
computer and
information science
are processed to
operationalize and
implement workflow
in radiology.
4 Basic Medicarimaging 1 1
Processing and
Analysis
4.1 Explain medical 1 1 1
image processing to
image compression,
storage, archiving,
retrieving, image
data formation, and
conversion,
5 Medical Image Data 2 2
Distribution and
Network
5.1 Apply technology in 2 2 2
computer and
information systems
in the distribution
and networking of
radiological systems.
6 Practical and Clinical 2 2 :
Imaging Information
6.1 Apply practical and 1 1 1
clinical imaging
techniques to
telemedicine and
teleradiology.
6.2 Illustrate Picture 1 1 1
Archiving
Communication
System (PACS)
operation, design,
 and implementation,
digitalization and
acquisition of
medical images.
7 Medical Imaging 2 2
1 information System
I Evaluation and Quality
Assurance
7.1 Recognize current 1 1 1
research and
development of
technologies in
radiological
modalities.
7.2 Apply quality 1 1 1
assurance principles
in computer and
information science,
web application/
services-based
telemedicine and
teleradiology.

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 Table of Specifications

Professional Regulatory Board of Radiologic Technology

as of 2023
Subject: Radiographic Positioning And Radiologic Procedures
Weight: 20%

PQF Level: _6
Difficulty Level Easy: 30%
Moderate:50%
Difficult: 20%
Bloom’s Taxonomy Remembering Understanding Applying Analyzing Evaluating Creating

Topics and Outcomes Wt. No. of

Items
The examinees can perform
the following competencies
under each topic: ______
A. Radiographic 70 70
Procedures and
Positioning
1. Anatomic and 6 6
Radiographic
Positioning
Terminology
1.1 Explain how 4 4 2 2
anatomic terms,
view, and projection
are used to
determine the
patient, film, and
central ray
relationship.
1.2 Demonstrate the 2 2 2
general
considerations and
evaluations of
radiographic orders.
2. Upper Limb 10 JO
2.1 Explain and perform 6 6 1 5
the procedures for
positioning patient
for each examination
to show specific
structure of the
upper limb.
2.2 Identify and 2 2 1 1
differentiate the
structures as shown
on the radiograph of
the upper limb.
2.3 Critique the 2 2 2
radiograph through
established
evaluation criteria for
positioning and
demonstrating
structures of the
upper limb.
3. Lower Limb 10 10
 3.1 Explain and perform 6 6 1 5
the procedures for
positioning patient
for each examination
to show specific
structure of the lower
limb.
3.2 Differentiate the 2 2 1 1
structures as shown
on the radiograph of
the lower limb.
3.3 Critique the 2 2 1 1
radiograph through
established
evaluation criteria for
positioning and
demonstrating
structures of the
lower limb.
4. Cranium (Head) 8 8
4.1 Perform the 4 4 4
procedures for
positioning patient
for each examination
to show specific
structure of the
cranium.
4.2 Identify and 2 2 1 1
differentiate the
structures as shown
on the radiograph of
the cranium.
4.3 Critique the 2 2 1 1
radiograph through
established
evaluation criteria for
positioning and
demonstrating
structures of the
cranium.
5. Vertebral Column 8 8
5.1 Perform the 4 4 4
procedures for
positioning patient
for each examination
to show specific
structure of the
vertebral column.
5.2 Identify the 2 2 1 1
structures as shown
on the radiograph of
the vertebral column.
5.3 Critique the 2 2 1 1
radiograph through
established
evaluation criteria for
positioning and
demonstrating
structures of the
vertebral column.
6. Bony Thorax 6 6 i
6.1 Perform the 2 2 2
procedures for
 positioning patient
for each examination
to show specific
structure of the bony
thorax.
6.2 Point out the 2 2 2
structures as shown
on the radiograph of
the bony thorax.
6.3 Critique the 2 2 1 1
radiograph through
established
evaluation criteria for
positioning and
demonstrating
structures of the
bony thorax.
ill
7. Chest for Lungs and 6
Heart
7.1 Perform the 2 2 2
procedures for
positioning patient
for each examination
to show specific
structure of the chest
for the lungs and
heart.
7.2 Identify the 2 2 2
structures as shown
on the radiograph of
the chest for the
lungs and heart.
7.3 Critique the 2 2 1 1
radiograph through
established
evaluation criteria for
positioning and
demonstrating
structures of the
chest for the lungs
and heart.
8. Abdomen 4 4
8.1 Perform the 2 2 2
procedures for
positioning patient
for each examination
to show specific
structure of the
abdomen..
8.2 Differentiate the 1 1 1
structures as shown
on the radiograph of
the abdomem
8.3 Critique the 1 1 1
radiograph through
established
evaluation criteria for
positioning and
demonstrating
structures of the
abdomen.

9. Pelvis and Hip Joints 4 A

 9.1 Perform the 2 2 2
procedures for
positioning patient
for each examination
to demonstrate
specific structure of
the pelvis and hip
joints.
9.2 Differentiate the 1 1 1
structures as shown
on the radiograph of
the pelvis and hip
joints.
9.3 Critique the 1 1 1
radiograph through
established
evaluation criteria for
positioning and
demonstrating
structures of the
pelvis and hip joints.

10. Mammography 4 4
10.1 Show the skills in 2 2 1 1
preparation and
proper positioning
technique of patients
for mammography
examination.
10.2 Illustrate positioning 1 1 1
principles,
indications and
contraindications,
and patient
preparation for
mammography
examination.
10.3 Distinguish the 1 1 1
aspects on the
differential diagnosis
of breast diseases.
11. Dental Radiography 4 4
11.1 Show the skills in 2 2 1 1
preparation and
proper positioning
technique of patients
for dental
examination.
11.2 Illustrate positioning 1 1 1
principles,
indications and
contraindications,
and patient
preparation for the
various dental
radiographic
procedures.
11.3 Distinguish the 1 1 1
aspects on the
differential diagnosis
of breast diseases.

B. Radiologic Contrast
 Examinations
1. Contrast Media 6 6
l.i Identify the different 2 2 2
contrast media used
in special
radiographic
examinations.
1.2 Explain and apply 4 4 2 1 1
indications and
contraindications,
and the mode of
administration.
2. Special Radiologic 24 24
Examinations
2.1 Explain the
preparation and
types of
examinations for
special radiographic
procedures of the
following:
2.1.1 gastro­ 2 2 1 1
intestinal tract
2.1.2 urological 2 2 1 1
studies
2.1.3 reproductive 2 2 2
system
2.1.4 nasopharyngo 2 2 2
graphy
2.1.5 fistulogram/ 2 2 2
sinus tract
visualization
2.2 Distinguish and
perform the
preparation and
procedures for
positioning patient to
demonstrate specific
structure during
special radiographic
procedures of the
following:
2.2.1 gastrointestinal
tract 4 4 4
2.2.2 urological 4 4 3 1
studies 2 2 1 1
2.2.3 reproductive
system 1 1 1
2.2.4 nasopharyngo
graphy 3 3 2 1
2.2.5 fistulogram/
sinus tract
visualization
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 Table of Specifications

Professional Regulatory Board of Radiologic Technology

as of 2023
Subject: Radiological Sciences
Weight: 20%_______________

PQF Level: _6
Difficulty Level Easy: 30%
Moderate:50%
Difficult: 20%
Bloom’s Taxonomy Remembering Understanding Applying Analyzing Evaluating Creating

Topics and Outcomes Wt. No. of

Items
The examinees can perform
the following competencies
under each topic:_______
A. Ultrasonography
1. Physical Principles of 4 4
Diagnostic Ultrasound
1.1 Identify terms related 1 1 1
to the application of
ultrasound imaging.
1.2 Explain the physical 3 3 1 2
principles applied in
diagnostic
ultrasound.
2. Diagnostic Ultrasound 5 5
Instrumentation and
Operation
2.1 Illustrate the parts 2 2 2
and functions of an
ultrasound machine.
2.2 Distinguish 3 3 3
ultrasound
operational modes,
factoring, and image
recording.
3. Anatomical 6 6
Presentation During
Real Time Scanning
3.1 Explain the different 2 2 1 1
ultrasound
examinations as to
its rationale and
indication, procedure
and preparation, and
appropriate devices
and equipment.
3.2 Perform the various 4 4 4
examination and
scanning procedures
in medical diagnostic
ultrasound.
4. Artifacts/Pitfalls in 2 2
Ultrasonography
 4.1 Distinguish the 2 2 1 1
limitations
encountered in
ultrasound
diagnostic imaging
__application._____
B. Computed Tomography 18
1. Scanner and 5 5
scanning program :: II
1.1 Illustrate scanning 2 2 2
procedure as well as
data and image
acquisition in
computed
tomography scan.
1.2 Show the difference 1 1 1
between
reconstructing and
reformatting an
image.
1.3 Differentiate the 2 2 1 1
structures
demonstrated on
commonly performed
computed
tomography images.
2. Components, 10 10
Operations, and
Processes
2.1 Recognize 1 1 1
equipment and
supplies necessary
to complete
commonly performed
computed
tomography
procedures.
2.2 Explain the 2 2 2
computed
tomography
acquisition protocol
for commonly
performed
head/neck, thorax,
and abdomen
procedures.
2.3 Illustrate the patient 3 3 3
preparation
necessary for
commonly
performed computed
tomography contrast
studies.
2.4 Distinguish the type, 2 2 2
dosage, purpose,
and route of contrast
administration for
common computed
tomography
procedures.
 2.5 Assess images for 2 2 2
positioning,
centering,
appropriate anatomy
and overall image
quality.
3. Advancements in 3 3
Computed
Tomography
Technology,
Procedures, and
Radiation Protection
3.1 Illustrate the 2 2 2
technological
advancements in
computed
tomography
application from
single slice to
helical/spiral, multi
slice, and computed
tomography
angiographies
3.2 Apply the methods 1 1 1
for reducing
radiation dose to the
patient and the
radiologic
technologist's
exposure to scatter
radiation.

C. Magnetic Resonance 17 17
Imaging ______
1. Nuclear Physical 3 3
Principles
1.1 Explain the nuclear 3 3 1 2
physical principles
applied in magnetic
resonance imaging.
2. Magnetic Resonance 4 4
Imaging Techniques
2.1 Apply the terms 2 2 2
relevant to magnetic
resonance imaging
2.2 Illustrate the 2 2 2
processes involved
in magnetic
resonance imaging,
its instrumentation
and image
acquisition.
3. Methodology and 6 6
Magnetic Resonance
Imaging Anatomy
3.1 Explain the magnetic 4 4
resonance imaging
examination in terms
of:
3.1.1 protocol 1
 3.1.2 patient 1
preparation
3.1.3 use of contrast 1
agent
3.1.4 limitations of 1
examination.
3.2 Illustrate the basic 2 2 2
magnetic resonance
imaging anatomy.
4. Biologic effects, 4 4
Magnetic Resonance
Imaging
Contraindications,
and Safety Measures
4.1 Assess the biological 2 2 2
effects involving
application of
magnetic resonance
imaging as to
magnetic field and
radiofrequency field
effects.
4.2 Distinguish the 2 2 1 1
contraindications of
magnetic resonance
application and
safety measures.

D. Interventional Radiology 12
r 1. Principles in Digital 2 2
Subtraction
Angiography and
Interventional
Radiology
1.1 Explain the 2 2 2
principles of digital
subtraction
angiography as it
applies to diagnostic
imaging.
2. Therapeutic and 7 7
Diagnostic
Interventions
2,1 Illustrate the integral 1 1 1
processes involved
in interventional
procedures.
2.2 Distinguish the 4 4 4
equipment,
accessories, and
techniques
employed in
interventional
procedures.
2.3 Carry out the 2 2 2
different diagnostic
and therapeutic
interventional
procedures.
3. Patient management 3 3
and care
 3.1 Explain the different 2 2 1 1
contrast media used,
its advantages and
disadvantages, and
the mode of
administration.
3.2 Illustrate pre­ 1 1 1
operative and post­
operative nursing
care.

E. Pharmacology and 12 12
Venipuncture
1. General 6 6
Pharmacologic
Principles
1.1 Explain 1 1 1
pharmacokinetic and
pharmacodynamic
principles of drugs.
1.2 Explain the uses and 2 2 2
impact of drug
categories and
contrast agents'
categories on the
patient.
1.3 Illustrate the beam 2 2 2
attenuation and
pharmacologic
profile of contrast
agents.
1.4 Implement the six 1 1 1
rights of drug safety.
2. Intravenous Contrast 6 6
Media and
Medication
Administration
2.1 Recognize the legal, 1 1 1
ethical, and
professional liability
issues of the
Radiologic
Technologist's role
in contrast media
administration.
2.2 Select appropriate 1 1 1
venous anatomy and
correct circulatory
physiology.
3.3 Perform acceptable 2 2 2
universal precaution
techniques and
pertinent patient
assessments.
3.4 Distinguish correct 2 2 1 1
preparation and
administration of
intravenous (IV)
contrast media, and
the performance of
safe and accurate
 venipuncture
procedure.

F. Nuclear Medicine
1. The Physics of 4 4
Nuclear Medicine and
Instrumentation
1.1 Explain the basic 2 2 1 1
structure of an atom,
its nuclear component:
and properties, and thi
physical principle
involved in
radioactivity.
1.2 Illustrate the principle 2 2 2
and purpose of
radiation detectors,
image formation and
tomography.
2. Radiochemistry and 3 3
Radiopharmacology
2.2 Explain the methods 3 3 3
of production of
radionuclide and
radiopharmaceutical
biodistribution in the
body.
3. Clinical Nuclear 4 5
Medicine and
Radiation Protection
3.1 Differentiate the 3 3 2 1
various clinical
procedures for
diagnosis and
therapy.
3.2 Implement 2 2 2
operational radiation
safety
measurements and
quality control.

G. Radiation Therapy
1. Radiation Therapy as 2 2
Specialty in Medicine
1.1 Illustrate the 2 2 2
application of ionizing
radiation in the
treatment of diseases.
2. Radioactivity, 3 3
Radiation Therapy
Equipment, and
Calibration
Technique
2.1 Explain the 1 1 1
principles of the
atom and
radioactivity.
2.2 Distinguish the 1 1 1
equipment employed
in radiation therapy
 according to
application.
2.3 Explain radiation 1 1 1
calibration and dose
rate determination
and factors affecting
dose rate.
3. Principles of Isodose 2 2 - ' '!
;r
Planning and
Radiobiologic ri|ii
Principles in
Radiation Therapy I : lil - ;l

3.1 Distinguish the 2 2 1 1

procedures of
isodose planning,
methods of
treatment, and
various dose
theories.
4. Radiotherapeutic 5 5
Malignancies, Care of :
Patients, and Quality
Control
4.1 Differentiate the 1 1 1
theories that explain
the origin, type, and
mode of spread of
neoplastic growth.
4.2 Classify treatment 1 1 1
techniques and
management of
malignancies.
4.1 Generate plan on 2 2 1 1
recognizing the
complications that
may arise during
radiotherapeutic
procedures, dietary
requirements, and
care of patient with
malignancy.
4.2 Implement quality 1 1 1
assurance and
quality control
procedures in
radiation therapy.
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