On the Side of Caution: Radiation Safety for Therapeutic Radiopharmaceuticals

Course overview

UAN: 0018-0000-21-209-H05-P & T RELEASE: 07/12/2021 EXPIRE: 07/12/2024 CREDITS: 1.0 LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1. Describe the role of safety in Radiation Oncology Incident learning system 2. Discuss the different precautions necessary for handling beta emitters and alpha emitters 3. Identify opportunities for educating patients, clients and other customers in radiation safety principles 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.