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RAD 370 Radiation Therapy Techniques and Applications Questions & Answers
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RAD 370 Radiation Therapy Techniquesand Applications Questions & Answers
Quality Indicators Correct Ans-Measurable dimensions of quality that defines what is to be
monitored
Quality Assessment Correct Ans-Same as quality assurance
Staff Physicians Correct Ans-Usually leads chart rounds, policies and procedures
Physics (Physicists, Dosimetrists, Engineers) Correct Ans-Making sure equipment meets
standards, checking charts, QA of equipment
Radiation Therapists Correct Ans-QA, morning warm ups, simulator QA, verifying prescription
Oncology Nursing Correct Ans-Evaluate physical and psychological management, education of
patient
Support Staff (Clerical Staff) Correct Ans-Make sure all records are available
Scope of practice Correct Ans-Responsibility to professional role
Five Aspects of Care Correct Ans-1. Consultation and informed consent
2. Treatment planning
3. Treatment delivery
4. Documentation of treatment delivery
5. Patient outcomes
, Homogeneity results must be within Correct Ans-5 Hounsfield Units
SRS/SBRT Correct Ans-Use very few fractions. So there's very few chances to catch error.
SRS: 1 Fraction
SBRT: 3-5 Fractions
IMRT Correct Ans-Tight margins but less than SRS/SBRT
Non-IMRT Correct Ans-2D and 3D. More lenient.
Simulator Correct Ans-Initial step in process. Used to find the dimensions to come up with
treatment plan. Localize the tumor volume and normal tissue.
Percentage of cancer patients that receive radiation therapy Correct Ans-60% and most
achieve cure.
Basic elements of a simulator Correct Ans-Gantry- rotates 360 degrees
PSA (Patient Support Assembly)- Couch/table
X-Ray Tube
Collimator Device
Imaging system of fluoroscopy unit and take still images
Optical devices- lasers and field defining light
OBI Correct Ans-On Board Imaging System
Treatment Planning Correct Ans-Tumor Localization
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