Safe usage of medical radiationLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

Objectives:
knows the basics of radiation biology
is able to choose the correct patient dose in plain imaging examinations
knows how to inform the patient about the radiation dose in a radiological examination
is familiar with the key legislation governing the use of medical radiation and can justify their actions based on the legislation
understands their professional responsibility in ensuring radiation safety
knows the basics of radiology in plain imaging examinations of the lungs and bones

Content

Radiation biology
Legislation of radiation safety
Patient doses
Radiology of bones and lung plain x-ray imaging

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

For evaluation criteria, see the attachment.
Assessment criteria for beginners are applied.