This 24-hour course is for anyone in a healthcare career who wants to learn about bone densitometry.
You may register for the entire 16-week course or enroll in each 8-hour module separately.
Module 1: Osteoporosis and Bone Health (XAHS-545)
Module 1 of 3 modules covers the following topics about osteoporosis and bone health:
- Bone physiology
- Risk factors and consequences
- Prevention and treatment options.
Module 2: Methods of Bone Densitometry (XAHS-546)
Module 2 of 3 covers the different methods of bone densitometry for both peripheral and central site and includes:
- Anatomy
- Landmarks
- Patient preparation
- Positioning for each method
- Different types of equipment used to perform bone density
- Screening and diagnosis
- Basic statistical concepts
- Measures used
- Scan analysis
Module 3: Radiation Safety in X-Ray Densitometry (XAHS-526)
Module 3 of 3 covers the following topics about osteoporosis and bone health:
- Fundamental principles of radiation safety
- Biological effects of radiation
- Measurement
- Exposure and protection
- State and OSHA requirements