EVALUATION OF THE KNOWLEDGE AND PERCEPTIONS, OF RADIOGRAPHERS TOWARDS FILM-REPORTING IN EDO STATE

The research was on knowledge and perception of the radiographers on film-reporting in Edo State, Nigeria. The descriptive cross-sectional design was considered and data was collected through structured questionnaires that were conducted on 65 radiographers selected in a number of hospitals and diagnostic centres. The descriptive and inferential statistics were applied in analysing the data. The results showed that the majority of radiographers were well informed about the film reporting, and they acknowledged that it can enhance the efficiency of diagnostic procedures and patient care. Most of them gave favorable reports about the introduction of film reporting in radiographic practice and how it can help ease the workload of radiologists as well as improve their professional development. Nevertheless, the research has established some of the major obstacles like absence of formal training, policy support, medico-legal issues, and professional competition between radiographers and radiologists. The findings also indicated a significant role of academic background, workplace culture as well as radiographer support towards readiness to participate in film reporting. This paper concludes that radiographers in Edo state are informed, and eager to embrace the use of film reporting in case they are given proper training and enabling policies. It suggests that film reporting should be included in the radiography curriculum, the continuous professional development programs and the legal landscape should be clear to promote the safe and effective application of film-reporting practices in Nigeria.