About this Program

This program will provide a history of early fluoroscopes, and the basic principles of fluoroscopic function. The components, particularly the image intensifier, and how they convert x-rays to visible light will be discussed. Modern fluoroscopes have new features that technologists need to be aware of; these advanced elements will also be covered. The importance of the use fluoroscopy for various imaging procedures will be covered as well.

Agenda

  • Principles & Applications
  • Limitations Early Fluoroscopes
    • Fluorescent screens
    • Ambient light
    • Radiologist Dose
  • Principles of Fluoroscopy
    • X-ray Tube, Low Tube Current
    • Fluorescent Screens
    • Noisier, Real-time Images
  • Modern Features
    • AEC
    • Last Image Hold/Frame Averaging
    • Electronic Collimation
  • Applications
    • GI Studies
    • Myelography
    • Arthrography

How it Works:

  • The On Demand CE activity that you purchased will be located in your “My Account” section once you log into the MTMI Website.
  • You have three attempts to pass each quiz.
  • You must earn a score of 75% or higher.
  • Credit is recorded the day you submit and pass the quiz and is determined using Central time.
  • You have 30 days to complete and pass the quiz.
  • Once passed, access your MTMI “My Account” to print your “Certificate of Completion.”
  • This video expires 1 year after purchase date.

Educational Objectives

At the completion of this program, participants will:

  • Recall how an x-ray image is converted to visible light
  • List the sources of image contrast
  • Describe the limitations of early fluoroscopes
  • Select the typical tube energy (kVp) range for fluoroscopy
  • Identify the various components of a fluoroscope

Program Faculty

Meet your presenter(s)

Joseph Mahoney

DABR

Credits

Accredited training programs

ASRT Category A Credit Information

ASRT Category A

This program provides 0.75 hour(s) of Category A continuing education credit for radiologic technologists approved by ASRT and recognized by the ARRT and various licensure states. Category A credit is also recognized for CE credit in Canada. You must attend the entire program to receive your certificate of completion.