NMT 110 - Intro to Nuclear Medicine

Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Local Prerequisite: Enrollment in Nuclear Medicine Technology program
Local Corequisite: None

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of nuclear medicine. Topics include overview of school, program, and profession; medical terminology and ethics; medical legal issues; general patient care and radiation safety practices; and departmental organization. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize various learning resources and demonstrate understanding of radiation safety standards and ethical, professional conduct.