Radiation Biology VIII: Organ System Effects

Course overview

UAN: 0018-0000-19-314-H04-P & T RELEASE: 12/20/2019 EXPIRE: 12/20/2019 CREDITS: .75 LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1. Examine factors that effect radiosensitivity of various organ tissues 2. Review tissues that are less sensitive to radiation 3. Discuss the radiosensitivity of skin 4. Acknowledge the risks of exposure and discuss methods employed in therapy to reduce damage to healthy tissues NOTE: An annual subscription for Purdue's nuclear pharmacy re-certification program provides access to both the continuing education component of the program and the "Radiopharmacy Portal" a reference resource for practitioners. Subscriptions to the continuing educational offerings, which have been accredited through ACPE and BPS, can be purchased for an annual fee of $195 for nuclear pharmacists and $95 for nuclear pharmacy technicians.