This module gives an overview of the electromagnetic spectrum, explores the history and properties of radiation, and provides information on the biological effects that radiation can have on the human body. It explains what direct and indirect tissue damage are and what is meant by Compton effect and photoelectric effect.
The aim of this module is to provide understanding of the importance of radiation by understanding ionising radiation and the effects it has on the human body.
This CPD module provides you with 2 hours GDC verifiable CPD.
This module relates to GDC development outcome C.
This module forms part 1 of 4 of your IR(ME)R17 update. All modules must be completed in order to achieve a full IR(ME)R update.
Last review - January 2025
Next review - January 2026
This module will help you to:
Know the history and properties of radiation and how x-rays interact with matter
Know what natural and man-made background radiation is
Be aware of Compton scatter and photoelectric effect and be able to differentiate between them
Know the biological effects that radiation can have on the human body
Know the different interactions that x-rays have with human tissues with both indirect and direct damage
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