Impact of Receptor Plate Covers on Tissue Acquisition, Skin Tears, and Patient Satisfaction

July 28, 2026 to July 29, 2026

Mammography technologists are continually balancing image quality, positioning, and patient comfort. This presentation will explore how receptor plate covers can help reduce skin irritation and tissue trauma, particularly for patients with fragile or sensitive skin, while contributing to a more positive imaging experience. Attendees will review clinical considerations, patient satisfaction implications, and practical applications that support compassionate, patient-centered breast imaging. Whether you are a mammographer, radiologic technologist, imaging manager, or breast imaging leader, this session will provide valuable insights into enhancing patient comfort and improving the quality of care delivered during mammography examinations.

Target Audience

  • Radiologic Technologists
  • Other Healthcare Professionals

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, participants should be able to:  

  • Explain how a receptor plate cover contributes to improved patient positioning and tissue acquisition.
  • Evaluate how the use of a receptor plate cover can help reduce the frequency of skin tears.
  • Describe the different ways patient satisfaction can be improved through the use of a receptor plate cover.
  • Describe the implications of skin tears and patient positioning for both the patient and the breast center.

Course summary

Available credit: 
  • 1.00 ASRT CE
  • 1.00 General CE - Attendance
Course opens: 
07/28/2026
Course expires: 
09/26/2026
Event starts: 
07/28/2026 - 7:00am CDT
Event ends: 
07/29/2026 - 8:00am CDT
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FACULTY & PLANNERS
Faculty
Richard J. Foster, RN
Beekley Medical 
 
Planners     
Aazar Junaid
Programs Services Manager             
Vizient, Inc.

 

Marilu Kelly, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, CHCP

Director, Continuing Education      
Vizient, Inc.
 
Kim Cambric  
CE Programs Manager             
Vizient, Inc.
 
Disclaimer
The education provided through this activity is for continuing education purposes only. The views and opinions expressed in this activity are those of the faculty/presenters and do not necessarily reflect the views of Vizient, Inc.

 

Designation Statement(s)

Radiologic Technologists (ASRT)

Approved by the ASRT for Category A continuing education credit.

Other Healthcare Professionals (General CE Credit)

Vizient, Inc. will award all other healthcare professionals who successfully complete the activity a Certificate of Participation. Various state license boards and credentialing bodies accept certificates of participation from accredited CE activities to meet CE requirements for license renewals and re-certification. It is the responsibility of the participant to contact their state licensing board and/or certifying body for verification on credit eligibility reciprocity.

Available Credit

  • 1.00 ASRT CE
  • 1.00 General CE - Attendance
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