RADA 335 - Radiation Biology and Safety

2 CR

Presents radiation safety for the occupational worker and patient. Topics include radiation biology, medical and legal implications, professional, and governmental standards, regulatory, malpractice, and ethical concerns.

Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the program.

Course Outcomes

Identify units of exposure and dose using the appropriate measurement and calculation of quantities
Identify cell, tissue, organ, and system effects (medical and environmental) from exposures
List the governmental agencies involved with radiation safety and discuss their role
Identify methods of reducing patient exposure and limiting occupational exposure
Describe cellular response to different radiations using varied environmental and physical factors
Describe the components of medical record documentation
Describe how a medical record is developed and administered
Explain a patient’s competence as it relates to informed consent
Define legal terminology related to medical malpractice and ethics

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