This course covers Principles of radiation protection and fluoroscopic equipment, application of special equipment, illumination, anatomy and physiology of the eye and relationship of internal organs. It provides healthcare providers with an understanding of the challenges encountered when using fluoroscopy in clinical practice and the tenets of safe fluoroscopy use in clinical practice. The overall goal and purpose of radiation safety is to conduct individual radiation risk assessment for each patient, providing an opportunity to give an informed diagnosis.
Prerequisites
BME 304 BME 306
Corequisites
None