Whether you’re ready to refresh your knowledge on the latest contrast agents and safety guidelines, or you’re new to contrast-enhanced CT, this course is for you! This CE-accredited video program reviews how and why iodinated contrast agents are used to obtain clinically necessary information, while ensuring patient safety.
Credit: 1 Category A ARRT Continuing Education credit approved by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists
Release date: May 23, 2012; Expiration date: May 31, 2014
Program type: 1 hour online video, accessible in separate chapters
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to:
- Describe the clinical applications of iodinated contrast agents in diagnostic imaging studies;
- Differentiate between specific iodinated contrast agents and how those differences affect their use; and
- Recognize how advances in computed tomography technology and protocols impact the use of iodinated contrast agents for diagnostic imaging.
Program sponsor: AltusMedical
Commercial Support: An educational grant from Bracco Diagnostics Inc.
Cost: $15
