Nuclear Medicine Radiographer Health Professionals

The moral standards and procedures, ethical questions and obligations specific to occupations in a health care setting such as respect for human dignity, self-determination, informed consent and patient confidentiality.

The offered pharmaceutical products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.

The procedures related to maintaining a hygienic environment within a health care setting such as hospitals and clinics. It can range from hand washing to cleaning and disinfection of medical …

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The emergency treatment given to a sick or injured person in the case of circulatory and/or respiratory failure, unconsciousness, wounds, bleeding, shock or poisoning.

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The patients` rights and responsibilities of health practitioners and the possible repercussions and prosecutions in relation to medical treatment negligence or malpractice.

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The characteristics, development, diagnosis and treatment of tumors and cancer in human organisms.

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The measures and procedures used to protect people and the environment from the harmful effects of ionising radiation.

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An Introduction to Radiation Protection

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CRC Handbook of Management of Radiation Protection Programs, Second Edition

Miller, Kenneth L.

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Protection Against Radiations from Sealed Gamma Sources; NBS Handbook 73

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The way ionising radiation interacts with a living organism, how it can be used to treat various cancers and its effects.

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Physics and Radiobiology of Nuclear Medicine

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Handbook of Radiobiology

Kedar N. Prasad

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Radiation Biology

Donald J. Pizzarello

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The radiation physics related to conventional radiology, CT, MRI, ultrasound, diagnostic nuclear medicine and their principles such as areas of application, indications, contraindications, limitations and radiation hazards.

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The radiography principles that require the application of quality decision-making and radiography care based on proven clinical expertise as well as the most recent research developments in the field.

The dynamic relationship of human structure and function and the muscosceletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, endocrine, urinary, reproductive, integumentary and nervous systems; normal and altered anatomy and physiology throughout the human …

The science that studies the human organs and its interactions and mechanisms.

Substances used in medical imaging techniques to reinforce the visibility of certain features in organs or cells.

The meaning of medical terms and abbreviations, of medical prescriptions and various medical specialties and when to use it correctly.

Paediatrics is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.

Apply professional and evidence based assessment, goal setting, delivery of intervention and evaluation of clients, taking into account the developmental and contextual history of the clients, within one`s own scope …

Employ a set of organisational techniques and procedures which facilitate the achievement of the goals set. Use these resources efficiently and sustainably, and show flexibility when required.

Communicate effectively with patients, families and other caregivers, health care professionals, and community partners.

Comply with the regional and national legislation that is relevant to one`s work and apply it in practice.

Contribute to the delivery of coordinated and continuous healthcare.

Assess the signs and be well-prepared for a situation that poses an immediate threat to a person's health, security, property or environment.

Make sure the company and the employees implement the legal and operational measures established to guarantee protection against radiation.

Make sure that healthcare users are being treated professionally, effectively and safe from harm, adapting techniques and procedures according to the person's needs, abilities or the prevailing conditions.

Follow agreed protocols and guidelines in support of healthcare practice which are provided by healthcare institutions, professional associations, or authorities and also scientific organisations.

Communicate with clients and their carer's, with the patient's permission, to keep them informed about the clients' and patients' progress and safeguarding confidentiality.

Give attention to what other people say, patiently understand points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times; able to listen carefully the needs of customers, …

Keep accurate client records which also satisfy legal and professional standards and ethical obligations in order to facilitate client management, ensuring that all clients' data (including verbal, written and electronic) …

Participate in the delivery of multidisciplinary health care, and understand the rules and competences of other healthcare related professions.

Use and administer contrast agents to enhance the visibility of the body in medical imaging.

Administer radioisotopes by several methods, depending on the type of drug and the test being performed, selecting the amount of the radioisotope and the form it will be used in.

Inspect rules related to ionising radiation and ensure these abide by the Medical Exposure Directive (MED).

Use and apply radiological health sciences according to the situation and patient's response to treatment.

Calculate radiation data about procedures, such as length and intensity of exposure.

Determine the appropriate imaging techniques to provide the appropriate diagnostic information to the doctor who requested it.

Appraise the medical images to make sure that they are clear. Determine if they are suitable for further use or if new images need to be taken. Analyse the images …

Determine the exposure factors to be used for producing a clear image of the pathology or trauma.

Properly label and store radiopharmaceuticals to be used for treatment. Ensure that they are handled safely.

Inspect imaging equipment and quality assurance processes. Report malfunctions.

Develop and maintain a database to store, manage and distribute radiological images and data.

Produce high quality medical images using technologically advanced medical imaging equipment such as CT (computed tomography), MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), mobile X-ray machines, ultrasound (US), nuclear medicine with Positron Emission …

Undertake nuclear medicine procedures such as the diagnosis and treatment of the patient. Use appropriate imaging and treatment procedures.

Perform post-processing on medical images, or develop X-ray films, checking processed images to determine if further care is necessary.

Prepare the patient, supplies and room for nuclear medicine treatment and imaging.

Instruct patients prior to their exposure to imaging equipment, correctly positioning the patient and imaging equipment to obtain the best image of the area being examined.

Provide accurate psychological and emotional support to anxious, vulnerable and confused healthcare users related to the treatment undergone.

Perform post-examination activities such as liaising with the doctor, cleaning the room and speaking with the patient.

Utilise nuclear medicine techniques such as the administration of radiopharmaceuticals to treat and diagnose the patient. Use a wide range of technology and equipment.

The current techniques and developments in radiography and medical imaging.

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The human behaviour and performance with individual differences in ability, personality, interests, learning, and motivation.

Conduct research in health related topics and communicate findings orally, through public presentations or by writing reports and other publications.

Use foreign languages for conducting and collaborating in health-related research.

Communicate in foreign languages with healthcare users, their carers, or services providers. Use foreign languages to faciliate patient care according to the needs of the patient.

Recognise changing signs, symptoms and progression of disease and make appropriate decisions related to the continuation or changing of the treatment.

Analyse medical images in order to diagnose illnesses and injuries.

Analyse the images resulting from radiology investigations and send a signed report to the primary care or referring physician, who will share the results with the patient.

Perform clinical research in the field of radiography, ranging from recruitment to trials through research studies, evaluating newer technologies and techniques as part of providing evidence based practice.

Prepare radiopharmaceuticals for use in patient treatment. Prepare the amounts necessary.