About this Program

This program will review the electromagnetic spectrum, and how x-rays relate to other forms. Direct and indirect damage to human chromosomes will be discussed, along with how free radicals can occur. High and low LET will also be compared and contrasted. The Law of Bergonie and Tribondeau and the effect of radiation on various stages of the cell cycle will be explained.

 

Agenda: 

Biological Effects of Radiation

Direct and Indirect Radiation Damage

  • Radiation Monitoring
  • Study Radiation Effects

Chromosome Aberrations

  • Exposure
  • Absorbed Dose

Factors that Affect Radiosensitivity

  • Equivalent Dose
  • Effective Dose
  • Organ Sensitivity

Dose Response Curves

Linear No Threshold

 

How it Works:

  • Your 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.”

 

Educational Objectives

At the completion of this program, participants will:

  • Recall the direct and indirect damage that may occur as a result of radiation
  • Illustrate cell survival curves
  • The Law of B & T
  • Identify the structures of a Stochastic Dose response curve
  • Describe the Linear No Threshold model

Program Faculty

Meet your presenter(s)

Joseph Mahoney

DABR

Credits

Accredited training programs

ASRT Category A Credit Information

ASRT Category A

This program provides 1.5 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.