Radiation protection: the good and the bad

Facilitators: A. Kolyda, S. Shereef

Summary

This session provides essential guidance on radiation protection in the cath lab. Learn practical steps to minimize radiation exposure for yourself and your team, manage the ergonomic challenges of protective gear, and develop skills to foster a culture of radiation safety within your workplace. Understand the limitations of lead aprons and dose limits to enhance occupational safety.

Learning Objectives

  • To learn practical steps to protect yourself and the team from radiation exposure using effective protocols
  • To manage the physical impacts of protective gear with ergonomic strategies and exercises tailored to nurses and allied professionals
  • To gain skills to train your team and promote a culture of radiation safety in your workplace

Presentations available when logged in:

  • Welcome and session objectives
  • What you don’t see can hurt you
  • Knowledge of dose limits is your responsibility
  • Lead apron: “a bad friend”
  • Session evaluation and key learnings