Fluoroscopy Safety Protocols- Patient Dose Management: Part 7
Credits
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1 ASRT Category A
$19.95
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
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.