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Activity Steps

1 Activity
2 Take Test 3Certificate

Learning Objectives

After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:

  1. Define the sources of radiation.
  2. Identify the recommended methods of protection from radiation.
  3. Choose the appropriate guidelines for dosimeter use and care.

Learning Outcomes

Healthcare providers will demonstrate knowledge of the recommendations of the Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates, Inc., for the safe use of radiation in the gastroenterology setting by achieving a minimum score of 70% on the outcomes-based posttest.

Disclosures

The authors and planners have disclosed no potential conflicts of interest, financial or otherwise.

Price: $15.00

Credits:

  • ANCC 1.5 CH
  • DC - BON 1.5 CH
  • FL - BON 1.5 CH
  • GA - BON 1.5 CH

Lippincott Professional Development is accredited with distinction as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This activity is also provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 11749. Lippincott Professional Development is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the District of Columbia Board of Nursing, Florida Board of Nursing, and Georgia Board of Nursing, #50-1223.







Planner
Test Code: GN0921C
Published: Sep/Oct 2021
Expires: 9/6/2024
Sources: Gastroenterology Nursing
Required Passing Score: 8/10 (80%)
Authors: Teresita Foliacci, MSN-Ed, RN, CGRN; Christine Wahinehookae, BSN, RN, CGRN, CFER; Lisa Fonkalsrud, BSN, RN, CGRN
Categories: Gastrointestinal , Safety
Specialties: Gastroenterology, Interventional Radiology
Topics: Radiation , Safe Patient Handling