Fluoroscopy Safety Protocols- Patient Dose Management: Part 7

Fluoroscopy Safety Protocols- Patient Dose Management: Part 7

Price
$19.95
Credit1 ASRT Category A

Overview

About this On Demand

This program will review how patient size can influence, not only image quality, but also patient dose. The definition of SNR will be discussed, as well as the effect of pulse rate on image quality and patient dose. The importance of SSD and SID on patient skin dose will also be examined.

Agenda:

Patient Radiation Dose Management

Image Quality

  • Quantitatively

Factors that Affect Dose

  • Patient size

Tailoring Dose

  • Scatter

Dose Optimization

  • Personal

Educational Objectives

At the completion of this program, participants will be able to:

  • Recall how patient size affects radiation dose
  • Define SNR
  • Explain the effect of SSD and SID on patient skin dose
  • Discuss the effect of pulse rate on patient does and image quality
  • Recognize the relevance of dose metrics

How it Works:

  • Your On Demand CE activity that you purchased will be located in your “My Account” section once you log into the MTMI Website.
  • You have three attempts to pass each quiz.
  • You must earn a score of 75 % or higher.
  • Credit is recorded the day you submit and pass the quiz and is determined using Central time.
  • You have 30 days to complete and pass the quiz.
  • Once passed, access your MTMI “My Account” to print your “Certificate of Completion.”
Faculty

Name

Joseph Mahoney, DABR

Credits

ASRT Category A

ASRT

This program provides 1 hour(s) of Category A continuing education credit for radiologic technologists approved by ASRT and recognized by the ARRT and various licensure states.  Category A credit is also recognized for CE credit in Canada.  You must attend the entire program to receive your certificate of completion.