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20 th ISRRT World Congress 2018 Hosted by Website: www.isrrt2018.org.tt Email: queries@isrrt2018.org.tt PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Factors that Drive Continuing Professional Development in Radiographers of Trinidad & Tobago Anushka Kattick-Mahabirsingh Director, Infeemed Solutions & Supplies Ltd., Trinidad & Tobago PD1-1 We Care – We are RTs Stewart Whitley Honorary Treasurer, ISRRT PD1-2 Radiographers and Radiological technologists play an important and pivotal role in the diagnosis and treatment of disease ad conditions. This short presentation focusses on some of the professional aspects which Radiographers and Radiological technologists are committed to as well as exploring the challenges, privileges, responsibilities and the personal and team roles and qualities required of our profession. Reflective Practice Justin Mahabirsingh Sales Director, Infeemed Solutions & Supplies Ltd., Trinidad & Tobago PD1-3 Introduction: The capacity to reflect on action so as to engage in the process of continuous learning. The principles and approaches to reflective practice will be discussed together with the overall benefits of being a reflective practitioner. Methods: An overview of the different approaches that can be used as a reflective practitioner is discussed. Each approach is reviewed from a theoretical and practical aspect. The importance of documentation to success as a reflective practitioner is also discussed. Results: A sensitization of different approaches to reflective practice. Additionally, an understanding of practical methods for each approach will allow the reader to understand and apply in their own lives either professionally or personally. Conclusion: Participants will have a better understanding of reflective practice and being a reflective practitioner. RADIATION PROTECTION Awareness and Knowledge of Radiation Dose and Associated Risks among Final Year Medical Students in Norway Sundaran Kada Associate professor, Western Norway University of Applied Sciences, Norway RP3-1 Purpose: The number of medical imaging examinations that use ionizing radiation in Norway is increasing. For example, between 1993 and 2002 there was an overall increase of 15% . The number of computed tomography (CT) examinations doubled (11-21%) between 2002- 2008 and the total radiation dose from CT examinations was 79% in the year 2008 compared to 66% in 2002.The objective was to assess the knowledge of radiation dose and the associated risks with ionizing imaging examinations of medical students in their final year of training prior to graduating. Methods: An online questionnaire was sent to all final year medical students from two universities. The questionnaire consisted of radiation dose and risk related questions, with multiple choices, only one of these choices was the correct answer. A ‘correct’ answer was given one mark and no mark was given for ‘incorrect/don’t know’ answers. The total mean score ranged from 0 to 11, with higher scores representing greater knowledge about radiation doses and the associated risks. 20 th International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologist, World Congress April 12 – 15, 2018 • Hyatt Regency Trinidad, Wrightson Road, Port of Spain, Trinidad, W.I. Website: www.isrrt2018.org.tt Email: queries@isrrt2018.org.tt
20 th ISRRT World Congress 2018 Hosted by Website: www.isrrt2018.org.tt Email: queries@isrrt2018.org.tt Results: Ninety-nine students completed and returned the questionnaire yielding a response rate of 45%. The total mean score was 3.91 out of possible 11. Only eighteen students scored more than five points (50%). Students who reported moderate confidence in their knowledge about radiation dose and risks, scored significantly higher than students who reported no confidence (p= 0.003).There was a moderate positive correlation between students that reported moderate confidence and radiation knowledge scores (rho= .301, p=.002). Conclusion: Overall medical students’ knowledge of radiation dose and the risks associated with ionizing imaging examinations was reported to be low Ward Invasion: An Investigation into the Fears of Radiation Exposure by Non-Radiological Staff Akayla Khadija Springer COSTAATT, Trinidad & Tobago RP3-2 Mobile x-ray units are specifically designed to be used in situations where patient that is to be examined cannot be transported to the hospital’s Radiology Department’s stationary x-ray equipment. There are special areas within the hospital (intensive care unit, recovery room and high dependency units) where the arrival of the mobile x-ray machine will be quite common, and for obvious reasons. The question is; are these x-ray units welcomed by staff in the aforementioned areas? On these wards, or as previously called ‘special areas’, the nursing personnel are often confronted and barraged with the sudden warning cry that signals the use of the x-ray machine, the cries often heard are of “x-ray”, “exposure” or a less clamorous cry of “get out of the way” by the radiographer. There is no doubt about the benefits of x-rays for the patient, nor the need for it; however, nursing personnel, and other axillary staff, whom work on these wards have a lot to worry about. The added stress created by the intrusion of the mobile x-ray unit is just “another nuisance”, as stated by a nurse. The worry then comes, about any risk or danger posed to him or her from these radiation emitting devices. The purpose of this research was to highlight any fears associated with mobile x-rays and derive a solution to those fears. Persons who are employed with healthcare institution, should be educated on the carrying methods in which to protect themselves from radiation, for there not to be fearful and render efficient care to their charges. To address the issue, an educational program or presentation was carried out at the Eric Williams Medical Sciences Complex to include all staff and civilians to eradicate the fears associated with mobile x-rays. The seminar encompassed the methods of radiation protection, the biological effects of radiation, as well as the long term and short term effects of radiation sickness. The Relationship of Radiographic Techniques and Digital Radiography Exposure Index Zhen Ong 1 , Sim, W.Y. & Tan, X.W. 1 Radiographer, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore RP3-3 Purpose: Exposure index (EI) is useful in providing radiographers with an estimated exposure value received by the flat panel detector. However, EI is often under-utilised as no relationship between EI and radiographic technical factors has been established. Radiographers are unaware of how to utilise EI to benefit patients and optimise practice. Therefore, the study aims to investigate the relationship of various radiographic technical factors (kVp, mAs, collimation size, centring point, source-image distance (SID) and additional beam filtration) with EI. Methods: The Alderson Rando phantom and Siemens Axiom Aristos and Ysio units with the Trixell detectors were used. Exposures were made on the phantom, and each factor was varied. Graphical relationships were plotted, and correlation analysis was performed on the data. Result: Positive correlations between kVp and EI (r=0.988, p
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