Training activity: 5

Details

Follow the pathway of  a Technetium-99m generator from receipt to return and reflect on the journey

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

• Reflect on the elements of the journey including:
  • Booking in a new generator
  • Security of delivery
  • Transfer to the cleanroom
  • Transfer processes
  • Preparation and elution of the generator
  • QC testing, including chemical, sterility, radionuclidic and yield
  • Packing for return and documentation
  • Calculation of transport index
  • Dispatch
  • Radiation protection protocols
  • Standard operating procedures (SOPs) and local rules

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.