CT Radiation Dose Optimization
This course provides an overview of CT radiation dose, biological effects, technical factors, dose optimization strategies, and common scanning errors to help promote safe, effective CT imaging.
This course offers 2.00 Hours of ASRT-Approved Credits.
Course Format: This course consists of Lecture Slides, 2 Lectures, and 1 Quiz. Once you have completed the Lectures and Quiz, you will be able to print your Certificate of Completion.
Course Duration: 2.00 hours
Course Objectives: After this course, you will be able to:
• Understand radiation dose and biological effects of radiation
• Describe CT technical factors such as kV, pitch, mAs, etc.
• Understand dose optimization techniques
• Identify common scanning errors and how to prevent them
Grading: Quizzes are graded automatically immediately after submission. You will be given 3 attempts to successfully pass the quiz. A passing score is 75%.
Some tips for completing this course:
• Download and review the lecture slides before watching the lectures.
• Follow along with slides during the lectures.
• Ask questions and have fun!
Contact Information: Questions about the course or course material can be directed to us here.
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