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3. Demonstrates knowledge of
equipment and instrumentation
and their principles, application
and limitations
• Adapts and modifies exposure factors in
simulation and treatment unit based on the
variables present in any given situation.
• Selects from the appropriate imaging
modalities to ensure accurate imaging for
treatment purposes.
• Understands the function of equipment
with regards to image production and
delivery.
• Understands the function of the equipment
used for treatment
• Uses all equipment safely and
appropriately
Element 3: Demonstrates a broad and relevant knowledge of biological sciences as it
relates to Radiation Therapy
Indicators
Cues
1. Demonstrates knowledge of • Understands the anatomy and physiology of
anatomy and physiology of the the human body with relation to medical
human body, with particular
imaging scans, specifically for contouring
emphasis on regional and cross purposes, healthy tissue delineation and
sectional anatomy, histology,
resultant side effects of structures
haematology and the lymphatic
and immune systems
2. Demonstrates knowledge of the
pathophysiology and behaviour of
solid and systemic malignancies
and non malignancies,
epidemiology, aetiology and the
management of these
3. Demonstrates knowledge of the
scientific principles of
radiobiology
• Understands the signs and symptoms and
spread of cancer.
• Understands the epidemiology and
aetiology associated with various malignant
and nonmalignant conditions.
• Understands the mechanisms of cancer in
the various anatomical regions, and the
effects which might be seen.
• Understands and can describe the various
classification systems when applied to
tumour classification
• Can describe the various methods in which
cancer can spread to secondary sites, and
the more common spread patterns for
specific anatomical regions.
• Articulates the biological and cumulative
effects of radiation dose including the
deterministic and stochastic effects
• Understands and can define the
consequences of foetal irradiation and acts
to minimise dose
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