OVERVIEW

Fluoroscopy Safety and Diagnostic Breast Imaging Combo is organized by X-Ray Lady.

Course Description:

Fluoroscopy Safety and the Basics:
Course Approval End Date: 09/01/2028

The current state of fluoroscopy examinations has vastly changed from their original use in barium sulfate contrast studies. Today, fluoroscopy procedures include an increasing variety of image examinations that are both diagnostic and therapeutic. Because these procedures are often technically difficult, they can involve total radiation exposure times exceeding an hour or more. This course provides a basic introduction for individuals who have not had formal training in fluoroscopy and radiation management and a review for those who have. The course covers the following major topics: introduction to fluoroscopy, patient interactions, and management, an overview of contrast agents, radiation physics and radiobiology review, measuring fluoroscopy radiation doses, minimizing patient and personnel radiation exposure during fluoroscopy procedures, a review of image production and equipment operation, and image evaluation with quality control.

This course is based on the book Fluoroscopy Safety and the Basics, by Jeana Fleitz, M.Ed., RT(R)(M)(ARRT)™. The book/PDF is 206 pages long and 8.5 x 11 inches in size. This book has 12 pt font and 1.5 line spacing.

The test has 96 multiple choice and true/false questions.

Diagnostic Breast Imaging: A Multi Modality Approach:
Course Approval End Date: 04/01/29

Perhaps the first thing that comes to a patient’s mind when a breast abnormality is found is “What next?” From problem-solving mammography to diagnostic procedures involving the newest breast imaging technology, this course reviews diagnostic breast imaging procedures performed with stereotaxis, digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT), ultrasound (US), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). These procedures include wire localization, core needle and vacuum-assisted biopsy, ductography, fine needle aspiration cytology, clip placement, elastography, and specimen radiography. This course reviews basic breast imaging principles, indications and contraindications, equipment, and considerations for each procedure and modality. Current screening recommendations and implications, a review of screening and additional mammographic views, and basic patient care, infection control, and safety protocols are included.

This course is based on the book Diagnostic Breast Imaging: A Multi-Modality Approach, by Jeana Fleitz, M.Ed., RT(R)(M)(ARRT)™. The book/PDF is 179 pages long and 8.5 x 11 inches in size. This book has 12 pt font and 1.5 line spacing.

The test has 98 multiple choice and true/false questions.