2021-2022 Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
    Apr 29, 2024  
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RDTP 233B - Clinical Practicum IV


Credits: 1
Description
Advanced Clinical Practicum stressing practical application of dosimetry competencies under the direct supervision of a medical physicist or dosimetrist. Continuation of advanced patient treatment competencies under the supervision of a Registered Radiation Therapist.

Student Learning Outcomes
  1. Demonstrate the necessary skills to perform simple SSD or SAD calculations.
  2. Identify pertinent information on an isodose plan in order to correctly calculate the monitor units needed to deliver the proper dose of radiation.
  3. Assist the physics department in the preparation of the patient chart.
  4. Check all documentation on the dosimetry record to assure that it is correct.
  5. Perform quality assurance procedures ensuring maximum radiation safety to patients and staff.
  6. Calculate single field, isocentric field and four field plans on computer generated patients.
  7. Complete a gap calculation for treatment purposes.
  8. Generate a treatment plan on the computer to reflect the correct dose, monitor unit and affected critical structures within the field.
  9. Calculate an electron field for cancer of the skin.
     

Prerequisite: None



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