The Fundamentals: Imaging Systems: Radiation Safety

Radiation Safety

The goal of this module is to introduce, present and review the effects of radiation on biology and the principles of radiation protection.

Module Components

Presentations:

  • Radiation Safety in Interventional Radiology by Dr. Joseph Ring

Articles:

  • Schueler BA. Operator shielding: how and why. TVIR 2010; 13(3): 167-171. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1053/j.tvir.2010.03.

Expected completion time: 2 hours

Learning Objectives

  • Explain how radiation interacts with tissues
  • Discuss how radiation affects the body and the stochastic and tissue reactions associated with radiation exposure
  • Define the cardinal rules of radiation protection and how to implement them to reduce the radiation risks to the patient and yourself
  • Select, use and maintain protective garments.
Course summary
Course opens: 
07/01/2025
Course expires: 
12/31/2030
Cost:
$0.00
Part of: 
The Fundamentals: Imaging Systems

Module developers:

  • David Duncan, MD - Vanderbilt University

Price

Cost:
$0.00
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