MTMI--Practical Applications for Today's CT Technologist

Medical Technology Management Institute

Phone: 1-800-765-MTMI (6864)

Practical Applications for Today's CT Technologist

8 Hours ARRT Category A Credit

Kristi Rayman, BS, RT(R)(M)(CT)(MR)

About this Seminar

Computed Tomography has made a huge impact on diagnostic imaging since it was introduced to the medical field some 40 years ago. So much about CT imaging technologies and our clinical environments change rapidly, challenging today�s CT technologist to keep up, and keep it fresh. This interactive seminar is designed to help CT techs at any level improve their skills of caring for patients and performing high-quality scans. This seminar will cover communication, preparation, contrast enhancement, managing patient dose, and scanning parameters for the most common exams. Finally, we will spend time learning about different pathologies in clinical situations scanned on a daily basis. This seminar is a great way to learn more about practical applications for today�s CT scanning.

Educational Objectives

At the completion of this seminar,
participants will:

Understand why CT dose is getting so much attention.
Become familiar with terms and methods used to express radiation dose from CT and how to control it.
Review the applications and risks of contrast agents used in CT.
Appreciate the importance of patient communication and exam preparation.
Have insight into the various protocols used to enhance CT image quality and control radiation dose in various clinical situations.
Learn how to handle unique cases encountered in CT scanning.

Locations & Dates

Albuquerque, NM	Mar 31, 2012
Dallas, TX	Apr 14, 2012
Baltimore, MD	Oct 13, 2012
San Diego, CA	Nov 3, 2012
Portland, OR	Dec 1, 2012

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Who Should Attend
This seminar will be useful for CT technologists interested in learning more about the practical clinical applications of CT and understanding more about radiation dose and protocols in everyday scanning situations. The seminar will also be helpful for those learning about CT and interested in entering the field. It would be useful for anyone interested in improving their scanning skills and reducing patient dose.
About the Instructor
Kristi Rayman, BS, RT(R)(M)(CT)(MR)
Kristi is an enthusiastic, creative and passionate educator, mentor and advisor who believes all technologists should aspire to be a strong link in the chain of patient care. She has been working in medical imaging for more than 19 years with experience in outpatient, inpatient and mobile healthcare environments. She has a well rounded career as a multi-modality technologist. She has not only functioned as a hands-on technologist but as department manager and provided staff and community education. Kristi�s wide variety of experience contributes to this seminar in ways that you are sure to find useful and enjoyable.
Seminar Credit
An application for 8 hours of Category A continuing education credit for radiologic technologists recognized by the ARRT and various licensure states has been filed. A certificate of attendance will be provided for each individual upon completion of the seminar. All attendees must attend the entire seminar to receive full credit.

Seminar Schedule

8:00 am	Registration and Coffee
8:30 am	Managing CT Patient Dose Radiation and the energy of imaging Understanding radiation exposures in medical imaging - Why now? CT's overwhelming contribution to patient dose - measuring and reporting CT dose - dose reduction techniques CTDI, DLP, dose creep, ACR, ICRP, Image Gently, Image Wisely Pediatric considerations Imaging team's role in reducing dose - technologist - radiologist - provider Review questions
10:30 am	Informal Discussion and Break
10:40 am	Before We Scan ... Preparation Your scanning environment Evaluating requests Patient care, education and consents Why so many questions? What do the answers mean? Communication Do's and don't Understanding the meaning of our messages Contrast Media Relevant lab values ACR recommendations Oral and IV contrast methods Positive and negative agents Osmolality, viscosity and ionicity Cardiovascular anatomy and phases of enhancement Factors affecting enhancement Allergies and treatments
12:00 noon	Lunch - (on your own)
1:00 pm	Protocols and Case Studies - Brain and Sinus CT Profile of a stroke Types of strokes and their CT appearance - ischemic - hemorrhagic - hypertensive Brain CT scanning protocols Sinus anatomy and pathology on CT Facial bone trauma
1:45 pm	Protocols and Case Studies - Thoracic CT Common applications for CT evaluation of: - routine chest w/o contrast - routine chest w/contrast - airway - chest for pulmonary embolus Scanning protocols and timing parameters
2:50 pm	Informal Discussion and Break
3:00 pm	Protocols and Case Studies - Abdomen and Pelvis CT Abdomen pelvic CT evaluation of: - appendix - liver - pancreas - abdominal aorta - renal system Scanning protocols and timing parameters
4:30 pm	Adjourn

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All prices for dates in Canada are in Canadian dollars.

♦	Amount	Early	Reg Door
Technologist
MTMI Members	171.00	161.00	179.00
Non-Members	189.00	179.00	199.00

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Albuquerque, NM - March 31, 2012 Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town 800 Rio Grande Boulevard NW Albuquerque, NM 87104 505-843-6300 or 800-237-2133 www.hhandr.com MTMI Guest Room Rate: $99 Make hotel reservations by 3/9/12 Identify yourself as an MTMI attendee	Dallas, TX - April 14, 2012 Embassy Suites Dallas - Love Field 3880 W. Northwest Hwy Dallas, TX 75220 214-357-4500 www.dallaslovefield.embassysuites.com MTMI Guest Room Rate: $99 Make hotel reservations by 3/24/12 Identify yourself as an MTMI attendee Hotel provides complimentary airport shuttle
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