Overview
The information in this learning activity was written by Katie Booth RDN and edited by Karen Atkinson PhD
Dental Nurse Network's Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is created by a network of dental nurses and other dental care professionals dedicated to professional growth for dental nurses. Our writers hold relevant qualifications including nationally recognised lifelong learning (CPD) teaching qualifications.
About the author:
Katie Booth RDN, CTLLS, Cert Rad.
Registered Dental Nurse: 176794
Qualifications: Level 5 Certificate in Education and Training, Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, TrainerQuals Level 3 Award Infection Control Trainer, Medical Emergencies Instructor Trainer, NEBDN Dental Nursing, NEBDN Oral Health Education, NEBDN Dental Radiography, Diploma in Performing Arts
Development Outcomes
GDC Development Outcomes met: C
The aim of this activity is to provide dental nurses with an update on radiation protection. The activity will include information on Continuing Professional Development (CPD), radiation risks and radiation doses. It will also provide an overview of legislation relating to dental radiography.
The outcomes for the activity are to:
- discuss what happens when an X-ray contacts the human body;
- list the legislation relevant to dental radiography;
- describe the different roles involved in dental radiography.
CPD Activity
This e-learning CPD activity requires you to read information and answer test questions with a 80% pass required. You have unlimited attempts available to pass this activity. Upon successful completion, you will be awarded one hour of verifiable CPD. Please go to the learning record to view the CPD information again, your certificates and review your answers.
Take your time reading and answering the questions. You should consider taking notes. If you rush, you are unlikely to pass and it will take longer to re-take the activity.
You are not allowed to access the quiz.
References
Harmer M. (2016). Radiation Protection IRMER Part 3. Risk of Ionising Radiation and Dose. Available at http://www.dentinaltubules.com/videos/radiation-protection-irmer-part-3-risk-of-ionising-radiation-and-dose (accessed on 28/3/17)
Royal College of Radiologists. (2015). A Guide to Understanding the Implications of the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations in Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology. Available at https://www.sor.org/sites/default/files/document-versions/bfcr152_irmer.pdf (accessed on 15/5/17)
National Radiological Protection Board. (2001). Guidance Notes for Dental Practitioners on the Safe Use of X-Ray Equipment. Available at https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/337178/misc_pub_DentalGuidanceNotes.pdf (accessed on 29/3/17)
Whaites E. (2005). Radiography and Radiology for Dental Nurses. Elsevier.
Quality Assurance
This CPD activity is internally moderated by Emma Leather RDN, IQA, TAQA, PTLLS.
Emma holds a Level 4 National Certificate in Internal Quality Assurance (IQA). View certificate here.
Dental Nurse Network is a signatory to the BDIA CPD Code of Practice requiring DNN adhere to the code and send quality control records to the BDIA bi-annually.
Dental Nurse Network Certificates are accepted by the General Dental Council.
All CPD material meets the GDC guidelines for verifiable CPD activity, including:
- clear learning outcomes
- concise educational aims and objectives
- clear anticipated outcomes
- content meets GDC Standards
- quality controls
