Ionizing Radiation

Overview

4.4 out of 5 (25 Reviews)

Credits

1.50

Pharmacology Credits

0.0

Post Assessment Questions

9

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

17 Dec 2023

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Ionizing radiation is a risk factor for malignancy after prolonged exposure. Evidence from studies conducted following the Chernobyl accident, nuclear tests, environmental radiation pollution, and accidental indoor contamination reveals consistently increased chromosome aberration and micronuclei frequency in those exposed to ionizing radiation. Ionizing radiation is of significant concern in the United States due to the ubiquitous imaging of patients with computerized tomography (CT) and x-rays. Multi-slice CTs are increasingly in use and have expanding indications. Although CT scans are helpful for the clinician in diagnosing, they are not without risks; ionizing radiation is cumulative, and the effects are potentially lifelong. The greater the exposure to ionizing radiation, the greater the risk of malignancy. The cumulative risk of malignancy due to ionizing radiation is higher in children and pregnant women. 

After completing this course, learners will comprehensively understand ionizing radiation risks, its cumulative nature, and the increased susceptibility in specific patient populations. The interprofessional approach ensures that healthcare professionals collaborate effectively, leading to improved competence in evaluating and mitigating the potential effects of radiation exposure on patient health. 


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, and nurse practitioners.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Determine the adverse long-term effects of ionizing radiation, with an emphasis on at-risk populations.

  • Differentiate the sources of ionizing radiation and how this impacts the treatment of affected patients.

  • Identify the symptoms or signs of malignancy from ionizing radiation.

  • Collaborate with the interprofessional team to reduce the adverse effects of ionizing radiation on patients and radiation workers.

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Continuing Education Accreditation Information

In support of improving patient care, StatPearls, LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

 

Nurse Practitioners: StatPearls designates this activity for 1.50 ANCC contact hour(s), which includes 0 hour(s) of pharmacology. NPs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Please consult your professional licensing board for information on the applicability and acceptance of continuing education credit for this activity.

Method of Participation and Credit

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  2. Review the target audience, learning objectives, and disclosure information.
  3. Study the educational content of the enduring material.
  4. Choose the best answer to each activity test question. To receive credit and a certificate, you must pass the test questions with a minimum score of 100%.
  5. Complete the post-activity assessment survey.

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Disclaimer

This educational activity was planned and produced in accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Faculty may discuss investigational products or off-label uses of products regulated by the FDA. Readers should verify all information before employing any therapies described in this educational activity.

The information provided for this activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical/clinical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition. The information presented does not necessarily reflect the views of StatPearls or any commercial supporters of educational activities on statpearls.com. StatPearls expressly disclaims responsibility for any adverse consequences resulting directly or indirectly from information in the course, for undetected error, or through a participant's misunderstanding of the content.

Unapproved Uses of Drugs/Devices: In accordance with FDA requirements, the audience is advised that information presented in this continuing education activity may contain references to unlabeled or unapproved uses of drugs or devices. Please refer to the FDA-approved package insert for each drug/device for full prescribing/utilization information.

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Questions more useful than material. Comment about rural hospitals opinion.

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