AHLS for Radiological Incidents & Terrorism
The AHLS for Radiological Incidents & Terrorism program is a 4-hour course that trains healthcare professionals to medically manage patients with acute radiation syndrome and internal contamination with radionuclides.
Course consists of didactic lectures. No exams or pre-requisites are required.
After completing AHLS for Radiological Incidents & Terrorism, participants will be able to:
- Describe the basics of radiation physics
- List different types of radiation detection equipment
- Discuss the evaluation and management of patients contaminated with radioactive materials
- Discuss the evaluation and management of patients exposed to ionizing radiation
Continuing Education Credit
College of Medicine
The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson designates this live activity for a maximum of 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
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