Course Code: REL-ACU-0-MSPHP
Hours: 1.5
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2024
Learning Objectives:
Identify the basic principles of MR technology.
List the potential hazards and risks associated with MRI.
Recognize guidelines and recommendations associated with MRI safety.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: MRI Basic
Understanding MRI Technology
Hazards and Dangers Associated with Magnetic Fields and RF Energy
Device classification
Radiofrequency Energy Risks
Gradient Magnetic Field Risks
Section 3: Hazards and Dangers Associated with the MR Equipment and Medications
Equipment
Contrast Media
Section 4: MR Environment: Equipment and Personnel
Site Access Restriction
Safe Practices for Reducing Risk in the MR Environment
Personnel Requirements
Patient and Personnel Screening
Safety Considerations for Pregnant Patients and Staff
Safety Considerations for Pediatric Patients
Considerations for Adults Requiring Anxiolysis Or Sedation
Facility Design and Emergency Preparedness for the MR Environment
Space Planning
Patient Comfort
Emergency Preparedness
Use with Caution
Section 5: Clinical Vignette
John
Section 6: Conclusion
Summary
Course Contributors
References
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Writer: Olive Peart, MS,RT(R)(M)
Olive Peart, MS, RT(R)(M), is a SME Writer with Relias. She is an established author, radiographer and educator with years of experience as a radiologic technology program director. She has authored several radiology and mammography related textbooks. She also volunteers with RAD-AID international and served as a program manager with the Asha Jyoti: Women's Healthcare Mobile Outreach Programme, Chandigarh, India and currently serves as RAD-AID's Chief Mammography Technologist for the RAD-AID USA Women's Health Initiative.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Radiologic Technologists; in the following settings: Acute Care Facility.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.