RADIATION PROTECTION AND PUBLIC HEALTH

By the end of the 5 weeks, the student should be able to:1.   Define the Alara principle2.   Identify permissible doses3.   Discuss effect of ionizing radiation on body cells.4.   Demonstrate ability to protect him/herself, the patient, personnel and public from ionizing radiation. Expected outcomes/Competencies:1. Demonstration of ability to protect self, the patient and public from the effects of ionizing radiation. Content outline:•    Permissible dose; the Alara principle•    Effects of ionizing radiation on body cells•    Radiation monitoring devices•    Patient and personnel protection during radiographic and radiotherapy procedures•    Design of equipment and building•    Occupation health: environmental health•    Handling of acute toxic radiation effects, primary health care, control of common diseases.