Ventilation-Perfusion Lung Scintigraphy

Course overview

UAN: 0018-0000-21-212-H01-P & T RELEASE: 07/12/2021 EXPIRE: 07/12/2024 CREDITS: 1.0 LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1. Recognize the potential of nuclear imaging in lung diseases 2. Explain the variation in lung scan patterns 3. Discuss Technegas as an emerging technology 4. Discuss the impact of COVID-19 on V/Q lung scans 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.