Nuclear Medicine Science 3

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Abstract

This subject completes the students' comprehensive education in Nuclear Medicine science and prepares students for the 4th year residency. Students consolidate their developing knowledge and skills including those associated with the important applications such as: diagnostic oncology, therapeutic oncology, Positron Emission Tomography (PET), pre-clinical imaging and non-imaging techniques. Students continue to develop their understanding of the principles and practice of Nuclear Medicine Science underpinned by professional practice in the clinical setting (6 weeks clinical practicum). The theoretical modules of this subject are designed to develop the requisite knowledge, skills and capabilities required for graduate entry professional registration. Students will also develop and consolidate critical evaluation, reflective practice skills, communication skills and further develop their cultural competence.

Syllabus

CLINICAL BLOCK (1 x 6 weeks):Professionalism;Ethics and law;Social and environmental justice;Radiation safety;Patient care and communication;Culturally safe environmentsWHS;Technical competence; andReflective practice.TOPICS:Oncology (diagnostic and therapeutic);Positron Emission Tomography (PET);Non imaging; andPre-clinical.EACH TOPIC INCLUDESTerminology;Protocol and procedure;Radiopharmacy;Pathophysiology / clinical indications;Quantitative and data analysis;Paediatric considerations;Image interpretation; andIntegrative imaging.

CLINICAL BLOCK (1 x 6 weeks):
Professionalism;
Ethics and law;
Social and environmental justice;
Radiation safety;
Patient care and communication;
Culturally safe environments
WHS;
Technical competence; and
Reflective practice.
TOPICS:
Oncology (diagnostic and therapeutic);
Positron Emission Tomography (PET);
Non imaging; and
Pre-clinical.
EACH TOPIC INCLUDES
Terminology;
Protocol and procedure;
Radiopharmacy;
Pathophysiology / clinical indications;
Quantitative and data analysis;
Paediatric considerations;
Image interpretation; and
Integrative imaging.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

be able to describe, explain and implement professional practice with specific reference to applying anatomy, physiology and pathology, applying the principles of physics and instrumentation, utilising clinical information management systems, determining appropriate procedures, patient assessment and due diligence, deliver appropriate care and stabilisation/reproducibility techniques, and manage / manipulate 3D datasets (MRPBA Domain 1);

be able to perform quality evaluation of image datasets, including identifying and reporting urgent or unexpected findings in an appropriate and timely manner (MRPBA Domain 1.7b and c);

be able to describe and apply understanding of practice in nuclear medicine with specific reference to implementing preparation of radiopharmaceuticals, explaining diagnostic and therapeutic radiopharmaceutical biodistribution, implementing routine imaging including SPECT/CT and PET/CT, implement CT imaging, implement nuclear medicine examinations and therapies (MRPBA Domain 1 and 1B.1-2 and 4);

be able to describe and apply understanding of practice in nuclear medicine with specific reference to describing in vivo and in vitro laboratory procedures (MRPBA Domain 1B.3);

be able to describe and apply the principles of radiation safety and risk management with specific reference to safe radiation practice, protecting/enhancing patient safety, ensuring safe operation of equipment, maintain safety of self and others and safely managing radiation and radioactivity (MRPBA Domain 5);

be able to explain and apply the principles of evidence based practice and professional learning with specific reference to critical thinking, analytical appraisal and reflective skills related to clinical imaging, problem solving and decision making (MRPBA Domain 4.1);

be able to recognise opportunities to develop new knowledge through research and enquiry, and contribute to the enhancement of the profession (MRPBA Domain 2.5 and 4.1d);

be able to apply digital technology and digital literacy skills for professional practice and research and demonstrate digital citizenship in online learning and professional communities (MRPBA Domain 4);

be able to demonstrate communication and collaboration skills with specific reference to clear, sensitive and effective, culturally appropriate communication to create culturally safe environments and collaborating with other health practitioners (MRPBA Domain 3);

10.

be able to identify, explain and implement professional and ethical conduct with specific reference to practicing in an ethical, non-discriminatory, professional and legal manner, providing appropriate care, assuming accountability and responsibility, and patient advocacy (MRPBA Domain 2);

11.

be able to recognise the need for appropriate decisions about the care of patients before, during, and after the examination/treatment. (MRPBA Domain 1.7d; 2.3a); and

12.

be able to understand the processes of peer assessment, standard setting, mentorship, and developmental support to other members of the healthcare team. (MRPBA Domain 2.5a).

Enrolment restrictions

Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging)

Pre-requisite

Incompatible

Work integrated learning

Placement Duration 210 hours Details Students undertake 1 block of 6 weeks (30 days, 8 hours per day). Placement occurs at approved clinical sites as recognised by MRPBA. This includes approved sites in rural, regional and metropolitan sites; and public and private departments. Students undertake the placement at one site … For more content click the Read More button below.