Training activity information

Details

Perform a range of quality control tests for a CT system, and report the results and the acceptability or otherwise of the performance

Type

Developmental training activity (DTA)

Evidence requirements

Evidence the activity has been undertaken by the trainee​.

Reflection on the activity at one or more time points after the event including learning from the activity and/or areas of the trainees practice for development.

An action plan to implement learning and/or to address skills or knowledge gaps identified.

Considerations

  • Local quality control procedures; daily, weekly, monthly and annual
  • Correct and safe operation of imaging equipment including the performance of test procedures
  • Appropriate levels of accuracy and precision
  • National/international guidance
  • Comparison with manufacturer’s specification
  • Performance criteria, including remedial and suspension levels

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 1 Outcome

Describe the quality assurance systems routinely used for nuclear medicine equipment.

# 2 Outcome

Perform routine quality control on the complete range of nuclear medicine equipment.

# 5 Outcome

Analyse the results of quality control testing.