Competency information
Details
Prepare or critically review a radiation risk assessment for the administration of a particular form of radionuclide therapy
Considerations
- Clinical applications of radionuclide therapy
- Relevant requirements under IRMER, IRR99, MDGN, revision of local rules
- Requirements of radiopharmaceutical regarding route of administration and radiation protection
- Risks for patients, staff and the public
- Information needs of patients associated with radionuclide therapy
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 1 | Outcome Advise on the choice of radiopharmaceutical for radionuclide therapy in terms of the physical properties of the radionuclide, the physiological properties of the radiopharmaceutical and the clinical context of the procedure |
| # 2 | Outcome Advise on and perform practical aspects of the administration of radionuclide therapy to patients |
| # 3 | Outcome Specify, and explain to the patient, the post-therapy behavioural restrictions placed on them |