الأهداف

Upon completion the participant will be able to identify the:

• Nature of ionizing radiation
• Types of biological effects of ionizing radiation
• Principal sources of ionizing radiation
• Quantities and units used for measurement of radiation
• Devices used to monitor personnel monitoring devices
• Basic principles of reducing exposure to radiation
• Cardinal principles of radiation safety
• Techniques used to minimize radiation exposure to patients and personnel
• Precautions that should be taken to minimize potential fetal exposures
• Recommended management procedures for pregnant radiation workers and the pregnant patient
• ALARA concept