Breast Thermography:

Assistive Thermo Scan Technology

Informal Learning EnvironmentEdTec 671 - Spring 2008

Christina Foster

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Need/ OpportunityNeed/ Opportunity

Patients need Thermo Scan procedural guidance: Preparation transfer skills During procedure protocols Unanswered questions

Technicians need support providing

consistent procedural guidance

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AudienceAudience

Thermography Patients Woman 20 to 99+ years old Prospective patients

Thermography Technicians

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Informal Learning SettingInformal Learning Setting

Any office setting

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ObjectivesObjectives

LWAT transfer pre-appointment protocols

LWBAT put on medical gown backwards (ties in front)

LWBAT tie hair back LWBAT keep hands off of body during

Thermo Scan procedure LWBAT ask questions freely

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Program Meets NeedsProgram Meets Needs

Assists patients’ participation during Thermo Scan process: Aids and interactivity teaches:

Thermo Scan Protocols: Preparation Correct positioning

Self-evaluation Answers FAQ

Saves patients time and worry

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MotivationMotivation

Screen-in-screen self-evaluation Success stories told by other women News segments/ authority Referral to health professionals

mdsknfsk

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TechnologyTechnology

Looped video: Video Camera, tape and tripod iMovie editor YouTube.com and other videos Feeding looped video equipment/ server

3 Flat Screen LCDs placed in: Lobby Dressing area Thermo scan exam area

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VisualsVisuals3 Flat Screen LCDs

Lobby Exam RoomDressing Area

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Questions?Questions?

Video

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Notes: Tell the story…walking in the door see king

Tut… scenario What will this look like from the learners

point of view? Treatment Visuals to tell the story… pictures in slides.

Ask will visuals help communicate? Less text and then talk Most effective if only one slide and handout Presentation 5 minutes Key what to tell the chiropractor.