$45.00
4 Category A CE Credits
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“CT Safety was a great home study. Very informative and easy to read & understand.”~Karen 2/13/19
This course offers the experienced and novice technologist a review and introduction to the factors affecting radiation dose in computed tomography (CT) examinations: dose reduction methods and optimization of image quality. Chapter 1 provides information about the evolution of CT equipment design and dose reduction initiatives and the impact they have on radiation dose reduction and improvements in image quality. Chapter 2 focuses on information regarding radiation dose and biologic risks associated with exposure to ionizing radiation during CT examinations that can be used to educate referring physicians, patients, caregivers, and the public about radiation exposure in CT examinations. Chapter 3 covers dose reduction techniques such as automatic exposure control, tube current modulation, automatic voltage selection, and iterative reconstruction, and examination specific dose reduction techniques in common CT examinations.
“Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.”
—Arthur Ashe
This course is based on the book CT Safety: Dose Reduction & Image Optimization, by Jeana Fleitz, M.Ed., RT(R)(M)(ARRT)™. The book/PDF is 76 pages long and 8.5 x 11 inches in size. This book has 12 pt font and 1.5 line spacing.
The test has 32 multiple choice and true/false questions.
CT Safety: Dose Reduction & Image Optimization (4 Category A CE Credits)
American Society of Radiologic Technologists® (ASRT)®
Course Approval End Date 07/01/25
Florida Department of Health, Board of Radiation Control (FLDOH-BRC)
Accepted: Yes. They accept the ASRT® approval but you must self report the credits using your certificate of completion.
Category: Technical
California Radiologic Health Branch
Accepted: Yes
Digital: Yes
Fluoroscopy: No
Texas Medical Board
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