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Radiation Safety for Speech-Language Pathologists
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Option(s):
Journal (Online), Journal (Print)
Author(s):
A Collaborative Project of: ASHA Professional Development & Special Interest Division 13, Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders (Dysphagia)
Description:
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Learn how to minimize your radiation exposure when performing videofluoroscopic swallowing studies (VFSS). The articles provide both technical and practical information about radiation equipment and how you can get the information you need with the least exposure. Find out about specific considerations for conducting radiologic studies with children. You will also learn ASHA’s position on whether a radiologist needs to be present during studies, and about Medicare’s requirements and coding for reimbursing videofluoroscopic studies.
Learning Outcomes
You will be able to:
- discuss the risks associated with diagnostic fluoroscopic examinations
- state the roles of speech-language pathologists and radiologists in a VFSS
- explain the guidelines for preparing children for a VFSS
- enumerate examples of basic radiation safety precautions
Continuing Education:
Date(s):
8/16/2007 to 6/14/2010
CEUs:
0.3
Instructional
Level:
Intermediate
Item #(s):
WEB7530, 0112788
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