Training activity information
Details
Investigate the impact of source parameters on radionuclide calibrator measurement accuracy
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
- National/international guidance
- Traceability of measurements to national standards
- Comparison with manufacturer’s specification
- Source geometry
- Source container
- Copper filter
- Radionuclide decay emissions and energy
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 2 |
Outcome
Perform routine quality control on the complete range of nuclear medicine equipment. |
| # 3 |
Outcome
Prepare radioactive sources for use in quality control. |
| # 4 |
Outcome
Appraise the parameters used for quality control. |
| # 5 |
Outcome
Analyse the results of quality control testing. |