Radiation Protection for Patients Training
Gain mastery in patient radiation protection through actionable approaches for CT and radiography. Acquire knowledge of ALARA principles, dose optimisation techniques, strategies for reducing paediatric exposure, precise positioning, shielding methods, quality assurance processes, and communication abilities to diminish risks whilst safeguarding diagnostic image integrity. This comprehensive training empowers professionals to elevate safety standards across diverse clinical settings.

4 to 360 hours flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This targeted course equips you with practical methods to minimise radiation exposure in every examination to as low as reasonably achievable levels, whilst upholding diagnostic image quality. You will master fundamental protection principles, essential dose measurements, and research-backed protocol development for adults and children, encompassing vulnerable groups. Develop expertise in patient positioning, effective communication, quality control, and dose tracking to enhance safety, regulatory adherence, and operational efficiency in your facility.
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Develop skills
- Apply ALARA and justification principles to reduce patient dose without compromising image quality.
- Optimise CT and radiography protocols employing kVp, mAs, AEC, and appropriate scan ranges.
- Adopt paediatric and pregnancy-safe imaging practices with customised low-dose methodologies.
- Utilise dose monitoring tools, DRLs, and audits to monitor, benchmark, and decrease radiation exposure.
- Convey radiation risks effectively to patients and clinicians in routine clinical interactions.
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