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Ultrasound CQR and Structured Education

Female X-ray technician

By: CE4RT


The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists® (ARRT®) has implemented a system of Structured Education and Continuing Qualification Requirements (CQR). The new requirements do not apply to Radiologic Technologists certified before January 1, 2011. However, technologists who first got their certificate on or after 1/1/2011 have a time-limited license that is valid for 10 years. Renewing certification for an additional 10 years requires completion of the CQR process. Also, to remain compliant with ARRT® rules and regulations and the Standard of Ethics, R.T.®’s are required to complete a renewal process annually and continuing education requirements every two years. R.T.®s in Sonography need CE credits related directly to this subject. This is known as structured education.

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Nuclear Medicine CQR and Structured Education

Female X-ray technician

By: CE4RT


To ensure quality healthcare, the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists® (ARRT®) has implemented a system of periodic evaluation consisting of Structured Education and Continuing Qualification Requirements (CQR). Radiologic Technologists certified before January 1, 2011, are not affected by these new requirements. Technologists who were certificate on or after 1/1/2011 receive a time-limited 10-year license. Once the 10 years are up, certification can be renewed for another 10 years by completing the CQR process. In addition, compliance with the ARRT® rules and regulations includes an annual renewal process and biennial continuing education requirements. R.T.®s in Nuclear Medicine require specific CE credits related to their certification. The ARRT® calls this structured education.

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Principles in Medical Ethics

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By: CE4RT

Radiologic technologists are healthcare providers and are therefore obliged to follow certain values and principles. Values such as these do not give answers as to how to handle a particular situation, but provide a useful framework for understanding conflicts. Sometimes, no good solution to a dilemma in medical ethics exists, and occasionally, the values of the medical community (i.e., the hospital and its staff) conflict with the values of the individual patient, family, or larger non-medical community. These values are the basis of the ARRT® code of ethics which is strictly enforced.

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Landmark Events in American Medical Ethics

By: CE4RT

Medical ethics is a system of moral principles that apply values and judgments to the practice of medicine. These principles apply to all who work in the healthcare field. Radiologic Technologists have an obligation to understand the theories, debates, and philosophies of medical ethics since it applies to their everyday life.

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Radiography and Pregnancy

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By: CE4RT

All radiographers are trained to understand the risks of radiation exposure to the fetus of a pregnant patient and the importance of identifying pregnant patients. This allows them to inform the physician about the risks, ensuring that all necessary precautions are taken during imaging procedures.

If you are a radiologic technologist who becomes pregnant, it’s natural to be concerned about the potential harmful effects of radiation exposure to your unborn child. The question often arises: Do X-ray techs need special precautions during pregnancy? While the evidence strongly indicates that radiographers can safely continue their duties without risking fetal health, provided they adhere strictly to safety policies and guidelines, it is still crucial for every radiographer to be well-informed about the potential effects of radiation exposure during pregnancy.

Pregnant Radiographers and Radiation Workers

Pregnant radiographers and radiation workers face heightened health risks due to the sensitivity of rapidly developing embryos and fetuses to radiation. As a result, their maximum allowable radiation exposure is strictly limited to 0.5 rem (or 5 millisieverts) over the entire gestation period. This safety threshold is just 10% of the typical annual dose limit for radiation workers, which is set at 5 rem (or 50 millisieverts).

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Scheduling a Mammogram

mamogram scheduling

By: Stacey Nester

Effective communication with patients begins at the very moment a mammogram appointment is scheduled. It is essential to instill confidence in patients to not only achieve the highest quality images but also to ensure they have a positive and reassuring experience at your facility.

It is vital that personnel responsible for scheduling are thoroughly trained to handle communications with mammogram patients in a sensitive and caring manner. This approach is crucial for providing support and ensuring a positive interaction from the very first contact.

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