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5. Demonstrates knowledge and
understanding of the behaviour of
people undergoing procedures
and treatments within the
oncology setting and acts
accordingly
• Provides an explanation of the procedure
before commencing.
• Maintains a professional countenance
when performing procedures
• Ensures the patient understands any
specific instructions to assist with the
procedures
• Understands that the behaviour of patients
will be altered depending on their
anxieties, fears and the nature of the
procedure.
• Demonstrates a knowledge of psychosocial
impact of oncology procedures and the
subsequent impact on the patient and their
families.
• Demonstrates empathy and understanding
for the patient, and completes the
procedure in a calm and composed
manner.
• Demonstrates knowledge and
understanding of end of life care
Element 5: Demonstrates a relevant and current knowledge of Information
Technology as it relates to Radiation Therapy
Indicators
Cues
1. Demonstrates knowledge of
information technology
associated with radiation therapy
• Knowledge and application of the data
information systems in their workplace
2. Demonstrates knowledge of
information technology to select,
analyse, present, interpret and
communicate information
3. Demonstrates knowledge of data
storage, retrieval and
manipulation in radiation therapy
• Understands the components and
functional relationships of the systems
used to capture data in planning and
treatment
• Transfers information from the planning
system to the information and treatment
systems
• Has a working knowledge of image
verification systems.
• Understands the methods used for the
storage of data.
• Understands the function of DICOM and its
role in defining the protocols for storing,
querying, retrieving, and sending digital
images.
• Uses the planning systems within the
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