Training activity: 3

Details

Observe radiochemical purity testing of radiopharmaceutical products and reflect on the process

Type

Observational training activity (OTA)

Evidence requirements

Evidence the observation or experience has been undertaken by the trainee.

Reflections on the observation or experience at two timepoints including contextualisation to the trainees own practice. E.g., for planned observations, a reflection before the observation and after, or for unplanned events a reflection one day after and another reflection a week later.

Considerations

• Consider the elements of process including:
  • Process and requirements for obtaining a QC sample
  • Methods for testing, including thin layer chromatography, stationary and mobile phases
  • Methods of counting
  • Calculation of RCP
  • Acceptable limits
  • Actions for out of spec results
  • Documentation
  • Radiation protection protocols
  • Impact on patient care of failed results
  • Causes for failures
  • Good practice

Relevant learning outcomes

#	Outcome
# 1	Outcome Explore the contribution of Radiopharmacy Services to patient care.
# 2	Outcome Identify the roles and relationships of the multidisciplinary team in Radiopharmacy Services.
# 3	Outcome Describe the working practices of Radiopharmacy Services.
# 6	Outcome Compare and contrast the practice of Radiopharmacy Services with other areas of Pharmaceutical Sciences.