Communication Radiation Risks in Pediatric Imaging

Communication Radiation Risks in Pediatric Imaging

This X-Ray Lady course examines the impacts of radiation and medical imaging on the pediatric population. Based on the World Health Organization’s document Communicating Radiation Risks in Paediatric Imaging, this course reviews ionizing radiation, pediatric doses, appropriate use of radiation in pediatric procedures, creating a radiation safety culture, and risk-benefit dialogues and ethical considerations.