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D02-1:Radiation Emergencies

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D02-1:Radiation Emergencies

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About this course

Radiation is all around us, both natural and man-made. Although everyone is exposed to radiation every day, misunderstanding about radiation is common. This course will provide learners with an overview of issues in relation to radiation emergencies. In particular, it introduces the basics of radiation, health effects of acute exposure to radiation and measures in response to a radiation emergency.

What you will learn
There are three sections in this e-learning module on radiation emergencies:
  • Section One is an introduction about the basics of radiation. For instance, the difference between ionizing and non-ionizing radiation and the different ways to measure radiation.
  • Section Two is about the health effects of acute exposure to radiation. For instance, the mechanisms by which ionizing radiation damages our cells and the clinical manifestations of acute exposure are introduced.
  • Section Three discusses the measures in response to a radiation emergency. For instance, the principles of emergency department preparedness, the use of personal protective equipment and the procedures to decontamination are presented.
 
Target Audience
Although this module is primarily for first responders to prepare for radiation emergencies, it is also suitable for the general public who are interested in knowing more about this topic. Healthcare professionals may also find this module useful in case they want to refresh their knowledge on radiation.
Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Explain the causes and consequences of a radiation emergency
  • Identify the health risks of a radiation emergency
  • Demonstrate the procedures for preparedness and protection for a radiation emergency

 

List of Lectures
Section 1: Basics of Radiation
  • The Radiation Basics
  • Exposure to Radiation
  • Ionizing Radiation (Optional)
  • Detection and Measurement of Radiation: Introduction
  • Radiation Dose Measurements
  • Survey Meters and Dosimetry (Optional)
  • Atomic Bombings
  • Nuclear Plant Accidents
  • Other Radiation Accidents
Section 2: Health Risks of Radiation Exposure
  • Radiation Injuries
  • Clinical Effects of Acute Exposure to Radiation (I)
  • Clinical Effects of Acute Exposure to Radiation (II)
  • Clinical Effects of Acute Exposure to Radiation (III)
Lesson 3: Preparedness and Protection
  • Emergency Department Preparedness for Radiation Disasters
  • Personal Protective Equipment: Donning
  • Personal Protective Equipment: Removing
  • Decontamination: Surveying
  • Decontamination: Open Wound
  • Decontamination: Face
  • Decontamination: Intact Skin and Final Surveying
 
Assessment

The following table explains the breakdown for what is required in order to pass the class.

Assessment Scheme

Description

Passing Grade

Quiz 1

Quiz 2

Quiz 3

MCQs administered after Section 1

MCQs administered after Section 2

MCQs administered after Section 3

70% or more

70% or more

70% or more

Students achieving 70% total percentage will be issued a certificate of completion.

Effective Date 
30 Nov 2015

Level 
Introductory
Length 
3 Lectures
Recommended Effort 
1-2 hours of self-study per lecture
Subject 
CBRN
Institution 
Language 
English
Video Transcripts 
English/Chinese
certificate
Training certificate will be awarded upon successful completion of this course.
CME/CPD accreditation is available for this course.
free-course
This is a free course.
HKU

Dr. L.P. Leung

Clinical Associate Professor, Emergency Medicine Unit, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong

Dr. K.L. Fan

Clinical Assistant Professor, Emergency Medicine Unit, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong

Dr. P.K. Lam

Clinical Assistant Professor, Emergency Medicine Unit, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong