Od-040513 MedStar Health Radiation Safety Training
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Type
On Demand

Credit
No
Description
This is the annual radiation safety training which to explore the physics of radiation generation and ... show more
This is the annual radiation safety training which to explore the physics of radiation generation and production, the effects radiation can have on the body, the methods used for detecting radiation and quantifying the hazards of radiation, and what are job-specific techniques a person can implement to reduce radiation exposure to self and others
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- Demonstrate how to identify the presence of radiation and quantify the hazard.
- Described the biological effects of radiation.
- Identify the methods for which radiation is produced
- Identify the roles and responsibilities of members of the healthcare team involved in the use of radiation generating equipment and radioactive materials.
- Implement job specific techniques to reduce radiation exposure to patient and self.
- Integrate a team-based approach in diagnostic imaging and radiation oncology services.
Fees
Free
Activity Director
Cara Frame
Organization
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital