Latent Image, Latent Harm?
by Beckman, Corinne, M.A., THE COLLEGE OF ST. SCHOLASTICA, 2010, 36 pages; 1488175

Abstract:

The benefits of diagnostic imaging are immense and revolutionized the practice of medicine after its discovery more than a century ago. Dramatic growth in the numbers of procedures performed over the past 25 years has been a result of the increased complexity and efficacy of imaging technology. Consequently, there is increasing national scrutiny of radiation doses from imaging procedures. Although there has been interest in patient safety during the past decades, the possible hazards of radiation have not been examined with focused intent. The Consistency, Accuracy, Responsibility, and Excellence in Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (CARE) bill has been proposed to the U.S. Congress requiring national minimum education and credentials of individuals operating ionizing radiation equipment and its passing is vital to reduce radiation exposure and provide safety to patients.

 
AdviserRobert Hoffman
SchoolTHE COLLEGE OF ST. SCHOLASTICA
SourceMAI/ 49-03, p. , Feb 2011
Source TypeThesis
SubjectsManagement
Publication Number1488175
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