Introduction to the Program

A comprehensive and 100% online program, exclusive to TECH, with an international perspective supported by our membership with the British Institute of Radiology" 

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Advances in Radiology have revolutionized diagnostic and therapeutic capacities in healthcare, enabling the detection of pathologies with greater precision and enhancing patient safety. In this context, the role of Nursing specialists is crucial, as they are involved in the administration of medications, the management of the Diagnostic Imaging unit, and assistance in specialized procedures. With the growing use of radiological techniques, updating knowledge in this field has become essential to ensuring quality care.  

In response to this reality, TECH presents a Master's Degree in Radiological Nursing, offering a comprehensive and advanced vision of this discipline. Throughout their academic journey, medical professionals will delve into key areas such as the management of care in Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Nuclear Medicine, and Radiation Oncology units, among others. All of this with a practical approach based on the latest scientific evidence.  

To facilitate learning, TECH offers professionals an innovative academic system based on the Relearning methodology. Through a digital resource library—including video summaries, specialized readings, and clinical case studies—graduates will update their knowledge without fixed schedules and from any device with internet access. This not only reduces study time but also consolidates key knowledge effectively. A university qualification designed to meet the real demands of the sector, with the flexibility that healthcare professionals require to balance professional growth with daily life. 

As a member of the British Institute of Radiology (BIR), TECH provides professionals with access to exclusive resources, such as the latest scientific research, specialized courses, and opportunities to participate in international events. This affiliation strengthens their competencies in radiology, fosters connections with global experts, and enhances their professional visibility at an international level. 

You will understand the physical and biological principles of radiation in the field of Radiological Nursing” 

This Master's Degree in Radiological Nursing contains the most complete and up-to-date university program on the market. Its most notable features are: 

  • The development of practical cases presented by experts in Radiological Nursing  
  • The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice 
  • Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning 
  • Special emphasis on innovative methodologies in Radiological Nursing. 
  • Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments 
  • Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an internet connection 

With TECH's Relearning, you will be able to assimilate essential concepts in a quick, natural, and precise way”

The teaching staff includes professionals from the field of Radiological Nursing, who bring their work experience to this program, as well as recognized specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities. 

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide an immersive learning experience designed to prepare for real-life situations. 

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the student must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts. 

You will apply radiological protection protocols, minimizing exposure risks for patients"

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Specialized readings will allow you to delve deeper into the latest advancements in Radiological Nursing, supported by the most current scientific evidence"

Syllabus

The curriculum of this academic opportunity aims to provide a comprehensive update of knowledge in Radiological Nursing. Throughout the modules, the graduate will strengthen their competencies in the management of care in the Diagnostic and Imaging Treatment Area, acquiring skills in patient monitoring, contrast administration, and radiological safety. They will deepen their understanding of advanced techniques in Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, and Nuclear Medicine, optimizing their analytical capacity in diagnostic studies.  

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You will assist in interventional procedures guided by imaging, such as angiographies and biopsies” 

Module 1. Radiological Nursing. Management of Care and Organization of the Diagnostic and Imaging Treatment Area 

1.1. Diagnostic and Imaging Treatment 

1.1.1. History of Diagnostic and Imaging Treatment 
1.1.2. Introduction to X-rays: Ionizing Radiation 
1.1.3. Legislation and Current Regulations 
1.1.4. Biophysical Fundamentals of Radiation, Ultrasound and Magnetic Fields 
1.1.5. Health Equipment in the Field of Electromagnetic Radiations or Radioactive Sources 

1.2. Radiological Nursing Training and Performance 

1.2.1. History of Radiological Nursing 
1.2.2. Radiological Nursing Scope of Action 
1.2.3. Radiological Anatomy and Physiology 
1.2.4. Management of the Surgical Environment, Life Support and Patient Safety 
1.2.5. Contrast Agents, Radiopharmaceuticals and Medication 

1.3. Diagnostic and Imaging Treatment Area: Diagnostic and Imaging Treatment Services, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Oncology, Brachytherapy, Radiophysics, and Radiological Protection 

1.3.1. Organizational Structure of the Hospital 
1.3.2. Organizational Chart of the Area 
1.3.3. Organizational Chart of the Service or Unit 
1.3.4. Service Portfolio 
1.3.5. Nursing Care Management 

1.4. Organization and Coordination of Human Talent 

1.4.1. Theoretical Framework 
1.4.2. CPD and Competency Management 
1.4.3. Multidisciplinary Team 
1.4.4. Welcome Plan for New Professionals 

1.5. Knowledge Management 

1.5.1. Undergraduate and Postgraduate Training 
1.5.2. Continuous and Refresher Training 
1.5.3. Socialization of Knowledge 

1.5.3.1. Clinical Sessions 
1.5.3.2. Conferences 
1.5.3.3. Workshops 
1.5.3.4. Training Pills 

1.5.4. Specific Trainings 

1.6. Supervision and Control of Equipment and Installations 

1.6.1. Equipment Inventory 
1.6.2. Maintenance and Calibrations 
1.6.3. Technical and Legal Requirements for Structures 
1.6.4. Incident Management 

1.7. Care process 

1.7.1. Reception and Unequivocal Identification 
1.7.2. Medical Records, Specific Digital Supports and Registers 
1.7.3. Effective Communication 
1.7.4. Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Protocols, and Clinical Guidelines 
1.7.5. Nursing Care Process (NCP) 

1.8. Humanization of Care 

1.8.1. Holistic Health Care 
1.8.2. User and Professional Satisfaction 
1.8.3. The Nurse's Viewpoint 

1.9. Environmental and Financial Sustainability 

1.9.1. Waste Management 
1.9.2. Sustainable Consumption: Recycling of contrasts 
1.9.3. Contrasts of the Future, Sustainable Use 

1.10. Future Challenges 

1.10.1. Nursing Education: Clinical Rotation Practicum 
1.10.2. Specific Training in Radiological Nursing 
1.10.3. Performance Evaluation 
1.10.4. Day Hospital of the Diagnostic and Imaging Treatment Service 

Module 2. Nursing in the Diagnostic and Imaging Treatment (DTI) Service. Nursing Consultation 

2.1. Nursing Role in a DTI Service 

2.1.1. Definition of Advanced Practice Nursing (APN) 
2.1.2. History of Advanced Practice Nursing 
2.1.3. Current Situation of Advanced Practice Nursing 

2.2. Role of the APN in the Nursing Consultation of a DTI Service 

2.2.1. Historical Development of a DTI Service 
2.2.2. Historical Evolution of Care in a DTI Service 
2.2.3. Role of the APN in the Nursing Consultation of a DTI Service 

2.3. Contrast Agents in Diagnostic and Imaging Treatment 

2.3.1. Definition and Types of Contrast Agents 
2.3.2. Chemical Properties of Contrast Agents 
2.3.3. Classification of Contrast Agents 
2.3.4. Routes of Administration of Contrast Agents in Diagnostic and Imaging Treatment 

2.4. Adverse Reactions Due to Contrast Agents Administration 

2.4.1. Toxicity Due to Contrast Agents Administration 
2.4.2. Renal Toxicity Due to Contrast Agents Administration 
2.4.3. Hypersensitivity Reactions Due to the Administration of Contrast Agents 
2.4.4. Others Toxicity Due to Contrast Agents Administration 
2.4.5. Extravasation of Peripheral Venous Route Due to Contrast Administration. 

2.5. Contrast Screening. The Importance of Renal Function in the Administration of Contrast Agents

2.5.1. Contrast-induced Nephropathy. Definition 
2.5.2. Risk Factors in Contrast-Induced Nephropathy. 
2.5.3. Risk Diagnosis in Contrast-Induced Nephropathy. 

2.6. Contrast Screening. Role of the APN in the Indication of an Iodinated Contrast Medium according to Renal Function. 

2.6.1. Review of the Patient's Medical History 
2.6.2. General Recommendations Before the Administration of an Iodinated Contrast Medium. 
2.6.3. Prevention and Follow-up of Iodinated Contrast-induced Nephropathy 

2.7. Contrast Screening. Role of APN in the Administration of Other Contrast Agents According to Renal Function 

2.7.1. Impact of Non-Iodinated Contrast Media on Renal Function 
2.7.2. Gadolinium-based Contrast Agents and Renal Function 
2.7.3. Impact of Other Contrast Agents on Renal Function 

2.8. Contrast Screening. Hypersensitivity Reactions to Contrast Agents 

2.8.1. Definition of Hypersensitivity Reaction 
2.8.2. Classification of Hypersensitivity Reactions 
2.8.3. Risk Factors for Hypersensitivity Reactions to Contrast Agents 
2.8.4. Diagnosis of a Hypersensitivity Reactions to Contrast Agents 

2.9. Contrast Screening. Role of the APN in the Case of a History of Hypersensitivity Reactions to Contrast Media 

2.9.1. Review of the Patient's Medical History 
2.9.2. Prevention of Hypersensitivity Reactions to Iodinated Contrast Agents 
2.9.3. Prevention of Hypersensitivity Reactions to Gadolinium-based Contrast Agents 
2.9.4. Prevention of Hypersensitivity Reactions to Other Contrast Agents 

2.10. Management of Imaging Tests 

2.10.1. The Importance of the Diagnostic Imaging and Treatment Service in the Health System 
2.10.2. Nursing Knowledge 
2.10.3. The Need to Record 

Module 3. Computerized Tomography 

3.1. CT and Components of a CT Scanner 

3.1.1. History and Evolution of Computerized Tomography 
3.1.2. Definition and Application 
3.1.3. Physical Principles, Elements, and Components Involved in Image Acquisition by Computed Tomography 
3.1.4. Contrasts. Acquisition Time and Resolution 
3.1.5. Artifacts 
3.1.6. Room Characteristics 

3.2. Scanning Objectives 

3.2.1. Introduction 
3.2.2. Musculoskeletal Disorders, Bone Tumors, and Fractures 
3.2.3. Localization of Tumors, Infections, or Blood Clots 
3.2.4. Guidance for Procedures such as Surgeries, Biopsies and Radiotherapy 
3.2.5. Detection and control of diseases such as Cancer, Heart Disease, Lung Nodules and Liver Tumors. 
3.2.6. Monitoring the Effectiveness of Certain Treatments 
3.2.7. Detecting Internal Injuries and Internal Bleeding 

3.3. Risks of the Exploration 

3.3.1. Radiation Exposure 
3.3.2. Reactions to Contrast Material 
3.3.3. Sedation 

3.4. Neurological Examination 

3.4.1. Description and Protocols 
3.4.2. Preparation 
3.4.3. Nursing Care Process 

3.5. Musculoskeletal Examination 

3.5.1. Description and Protocols 
3.5.2. Preparation 
3.5.3. Nursing Care Process 

3.6. Vascular Examinations I 

3.6.1. Description and Protocols 
3.6.2. Preparation 
3.6.3. Nursing Care Process 

3.7. Vascular Examinations II: Cardiac Examinations 

3.7.1. Description and Protocols 
3.7.2. Preparation 
3.7.3. Nursing Care Process 

3.8. Abdominal Examinations 

3.8.1. Description and Protocols 
3.8.2. Preparation 
3.8.3. Nursing Care Process 

3.9. Pediatric Examinations 

3.9.1. Description and Protocols 
3.9.2. Preparation 
3.9.3. Nursing Care Process 

3.10. Interventional Procedures 

3.10.1. Description and Protocols 
3.10.2. Preparation 
3.10.3. Nursing Care Process 

Module 4. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) 

4.1. What is Magnetic Resonance Imaging? 

4.1.1. Introduction 
4.1.2. History of Magnetic Resonance Imaging and its Evolution 
4.1.3. Definition and Application 
4.1.4. Physical Principles, Elements, and Components Involved in Image Acquisition by Magnetic Resonance Imaging 

4.2. Components of a Magnetic Resonance Imaging Scanner 

4.2.1. Contrast Agents: Acquisition Time and Resolution 
4.2.2. Artifacts 
4.2.3. Room Characteristics 

4.3. Scanning Objectives 

4.3.1. Introduction 
4.3.2. Diagnostic Studies of the Central Nervous System 
4.3.3. Abdominal and Gynecological Diagnostic Studies 
4.3.4. Diagnostic Studies of Breast and Pulmonary Angiography 
4.3.5. Diagnostic Studies of Musculoskeletal Injuries 
4.3.6. Cardiac Diagnostic Studies 

4.4. Risks of the Exploration 

4.4.1. Implanted Metal Objects 
4.4.2. Reactions to Contrast Material 
4.4.3. Risks Related to Sedation 

4.5. Neurological Examinations 

4.5.1. Description and Protocols 
4.5.2. Preparation 
4.5.3. Nursing Care Process 

4.6. Pediatric Examinations 

4.6.1. Description and Protocols 
4.6.2. Preparation 
4.6.3. Nursing Care Process 

4.7. Musculoskeletal Examination 

4.7.1. Description and Protocols 
4.7.2. Preparation 
4.7.3. Nursing Care Process 

4.8. Abdominal and Gynecological Examinations 

4.8.1. Description and Protocols 
4.8.2. Preparation 
4.8.3. Nursing Care Process 

4.9. Thoracic Examinations: Breast and Pulmonary Angiography 

4.9.1. Description and Protocols 
4.9.2. Preparation 
4.9.3. Nursing Care Process 

4.10. Cardiac Examinations 

4.10.1. Description and Protocols 
4.10.2. Preparation 
4.10.3. Nursing Care Process 

Module 5. Nuclear Medicine I 

5.1. What is Nuclear Medicine? 

5.1.1. Introduction to Nuclear Medicine. 
5.1.2. History of Nuclear Medicine 
5.1.3. Fields of Application of Nuclear Medicine 
5.1.4. Radiopharmaceuticals 

5.2. Physical Principles of Nuclear Medicine 

5.2.1. Key Concepts 
5.2.2. Structure of Matter 
5.2.3. Electromagnetic Radiation 
5.2.4. Atomic Structure. Bohr Atom 
5.2.5. Nuclear Structure 
5.2.6. Radioactivity and Nuclear Reactions 
5.2.7. Interaction of Radiation with Matter 

5.3. Chemical Principles of Nuclear Medicine 

5.3.1. Key Concepts 
5.3.2. Obtaining Radionuclides 
5.3.3. Radionuclide Generators 
5.3.4. Structure of a Molybdenum/Tecnetium Generator 
5.3.5. Tagging Mechanisms 

5.4. Radiopharmaceuticals 

5.4.1. Characteristics of the Ideal Radiopharmaceutical 
5.4.2. Physical Form and Routes of Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals 
5.4.3. Mechanisms of Radiopharmaceutical Localization 

5.5. Radiological Protection in Nuclear Medicine 

5.5.1. Key Concepts 
5.5.2. Quantities and Units 
5.5.3. Fundamentals of Radiological Prevention in Nuclear Medicine. 

5.5.3.1. Patient 
5.5.3.2. Workers and Members of the Public 
5.5.3.3. Pregnancy and Breastfeeding 

5.6. Fundamentals of Radiological Prevention and Medical Physics in Nuclear Medicine 

5.6.1. Key Concepts 
5.6.2. Radiological Protection and Medical Physics in Nuclear Medicine 

5.6.2.1. Gas Ionization Detectors 
5.6.2.2. Semiconductor Detectors 
5.6.2.3. Scintillation Detectors 

5.6.3. Radiological Protection Standards 

5.7. Radioactive Waste 

5.7.1. Key Concepts 
5.7.2. Radioactive Sources out of Use 
5.7.3. Solid Waste Materials with Radioactive Content 
5.7.4. Liquid Radioactive Waste 

5.8. Instrumentation in Nuclear Medicine 

5.8.1. Key Concepts 
5.8.2. Activimeter or Dose Calibrators 
5.8.3. Gamma Camera and SPECT 

5.8.3.1. Gammacamera Detectors 
5.8.3.2. Collimation 
5.8.3.3. Image Correctors 
5.8.3.4. Planar Image Formation 
5.8.3.5. Tomographic Acquisition 

5.8.4. PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) 

5.8.4.1. Detectors Used in PET 
5.8.4.2. PET Image Formation 

5.9. Radiometabolic Therapy 

5.9.1. Treatment of Bone Metastatic Pain 
5.9.2. Treatment of Differentiated Thyroid Cancer 
5.9.3. Treatment of Hyperthyroidism 
5.9.4. Treatment of Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma 
5.9.5. Treatment of Neuroendocrine Tumors 
5.9.6. Radiosynoviorthesis 

5.10. Examinations Performed in PET: Nursing Care and Attention 

5.10.1. Radionuclides and Radiopharmaceuticals in PET 
5.10.2. Types of Studies 
5.10.3. Nursing Care in PET-FDG 
5.10.4. Nursing Care in PET-Colina 
5.10.5. Nursing care in PET-Vizamil PET 
5.10.6. Nursing Care in PET-DOPA 
5.10.7. Nursing Care in PET-PSMA 
5.10.8. Nursing Care in the Myocardial Viability PET 

Module 6. Nuclear Medicine II: Isotopic Studies 

6.1. Isotopic Studies of the Musculoskeletal System. Nursing Care and Attention 

6.1.1. Bone Gammagraphy 
6.1.2. Three-Phase Bone Gammagraphy 
6.1.3. Bone Marrow Gammagraphy 
6.1.4. Isotopic Studies for Diagnosis in Inflammatory and Infectious Pathology 

6.1.4.1. 67Ga 
6.1.4.2. Labeled Leukocytes 

6.2. Isotopic Studies in Digestive Pathology. Nursing Care and Attention 

6.2.1. Anatomophysiological Review 
6.2.2. Salivary Gammagraphy 
6.2.3. Esophageal Transit Gammagraphy 
6.2.4. Gastric Gammagraphy: Detection of Ectopic Gastric Mucosa, Meckel’s Diverticulum 
6.2.5. Gastric Emptying Gammagraphy 
6.2.6. Gammagraphy for Gastroesophageal Reflux Detection 
6.2.7. Gammagraphy for Diagnosis of Digestive Hemorrhage 

6.3. Isotopic studies in splenic and biliary pathology. Nursing Care and Attention 

6.3.1. Anatomophysiological Review 
6.3.2. Hepatosplenic Gammagraphy 
6.3.3. Hepatobiliary Gammagraphy 
6.3.4. Bile Salt Malabsorption 

6.4. Isotopic Studies in Endocrinology. Nursing Care and Attention 

6.4.1. Isotopic Studies for Thyroid Pathology Diagnosis 
6.4.2. Isotopic Studies for Parathyroid Pathology Diagnosis 
6.4.3. Isotopic Studies for Adrenal Gland Pathology Diagnosis 

6.5. Isotopic Studies in Cardiology. Nursing Care and Attention 

6.5.1. Study of Cardiac Function 

6.5.1.1. Equilibrium Ventriculography 
6.5.1.2. First-Pass Ventriculography 

6.5.2. Study of Myocardial Perfusion 

6.5.2.1. SPECT Myocardial Perfusion Stress Test 
6.5.2.2. SPECT Myocardial Perfusion Rest Test 

6.5.3. PET (Positron Emission Tomography) 

6.6. Isotopic Studies in Pulmonology. Nursing Care and Attention 

6.6.1. Anatomophysiological Review 
6.6.2. Studies for Pulmonary Thromboembolism Diagnosis 

6.6.2.1. Pulmonary Ventilation Gammagraphy 
6.6.2.2. Pulmonary Perfusion Gammagraphy 

6.6.3. Gammagraphy for Diffuse Interstitial Lung Disease Evaluation 
6.6.4. Gammagraphy in the Evaluation of Infectious Processes 
6.6.5. Gammagraphy in the Evaluation of Thoracic Neoplasms 

6.7. Isotopic Studies in Neurology. Nursing Care and Attention 

6.7.1. Anatomophysiological Review 
6.7.2. Cerebral SPECT Perfusion: Techniques and Clinical Applications 
6.7.3. Studies for Epilepsy Diagnosis 

6.7.3.1. Detection of CSF Fistulas: Cisternography 

6.7.4. Studies for Movement Disorder Diagnosis 

6.7.4.1. Differential Diagnosis of Parkinsonisms 
6.7.4.2. Dopamine Transporter Study: DATSCAN 
6.7.4.3. Postsynaptic Dopamine Receptor Study: D2 123I-IBZM 
6.7.4.4. Sympathetic Denervation Study: 123I-MIBG 

6.7.5. Studies for Cerebrovascular Pathology and Brain Death Diagnosis: 99Tc-HMPAO 

6.8. Isotopic Studies in Nephrourology. Nursing Care and Attention 

6.8.1. Anatomophysiological Review 
6.8.2. Studies for Renal Function Diagnosis: Glomerular Filtration 
6.8.3. Isotopic Renogram 
6.8.4. Renal Cortical Gammagraphy: DMSA 
6.8.5. Isotopic Cystography 
6.8.6. Scrotal or Testicular Gammagraphy 

6.9. Isotopic Studies in Vascular Pathology. Nursing Care and Attention 

6.9.1. Anatomophysiological Review 
6.9.2. Isotopic Phlebography 
6.9.3. Lymphogrammagraphy 
6.9.4. Sentinel Node Study 

6.9.4.1. Sentinel Node in Breast Cancer 
6.9.4.2. Sentinel Node in Malignant Melanoma 
6.9.4.3. Sentinel Node in Other Applications 

6.10. Isotopic Studies in Oncology. Nursing Care and Attention 

6.10.1. Gammagraphy with 67Ga Citrate 
6.10.2. Gammagraphy with 99mTc-SestaMIBI 
6.10.3. Gammagraphy with 123I-MIBG and 131I-MIBG 
6.10.4. Gammagraphy with Labeled Peptides 
6.10.5. Gammagraphy with Labeled Monoclonal Antibodies 

Module 7. Oncological Radiotherapy 

7.1. What is Radiotherapy? 

7.1.1. Introduction 
7.1.2. Ionizing Radiation and Cancer Treatment 
7.1.3. Use of Ionizing Radiation in Benign Pathologies 
7.1.4. Types of Radiotherapy 

7.2. Treatments with Ionizing Radiation: External Radiotherapy 

7.2.1. Linear Accelerators 
7.2.2. Simulation Equipment 
7.2.3. Different External Radiotherapy Treatments 

7.2.3.1. Three-Dimensional Radiotherapy (RTE 3D) 
7.2.3.2. Intensity-Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT/VMAT) 
7.2.3.3. Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT) 
7.2.3.4. Image-Guided Radiotherapy (Stereotactic Radiosurgery, SRS) 
7.2.3.5. Proton Beam Therapy 

7.3. The Radiotherapy Process 

7.3.1. Initial Evaluation and Therapeutic Decision 
7.3.2. Simulation 

7.3.2.1. Masks and Other Immobilization Systems 
7.3.2.2. Nursing Consultation 

7.3.3. Delimitation or Localization of Volumes: Treatment Planning and Verification 

7.4. Head and Neck Radiotherapy 

7.4.1. Introduction 
7.4.2. Nursing Consultation at the Start of Treatment 
7.4.3. Potential Complications and Nursing Care 
7.4.4. Specific Care for Ostomy 

7.5. Breast Radiotherapy 

7.5.1. Introduction 
7.5.2. Nursing Consultation at the Start of Treatment: Nursing Indications 
7.5.3. Potential Complications and Nursing Care 

7.6. Abdominopelvic Radiotherapy 

7.6.1. Introduction 
7.6.2. Nursing Consultation at the Start of Treatment: Nursing Indications 
7.6.3. Potential Complications and Nursing Care 

7.7. Central Nervous System (CNS) Radiotherapy 

7.7.1. Introduction 
7.7.2. Nursing Consultation at the Start of Treatment: Nursing Indications 
7.7.3. Potential Complications and Nursing Care 

7.8. Radiotherapy in Other Locations 

7.8.1. Pulmonary Radiotherapy (RTE). Nursing Care 
7.8.2. Skin Radiotherapy (RTE). Nursing Care 
7.8.3. Bone Localization Radiotherapy (RTE).Nursing Care 
7.8.4. Total Body Irradiation (TBI) TBI 

7.9. Palliative Radiotherapy 

7.9.1. Introduction 
7.9.2. Pain Management 
7.9.3. Psychological Aspects 

7.10. Radiotherapy Emergencies 

7.10.1. Introduction 
7.10.2. Superior Vena Cava Syndrome 
7.10.3. Compressing Syndromes 
7.10.4. Hemorrhages 

Module 8. Nursing in Interventional Vascular Radiology and Neuroradiology 

8.1. Interventional Procedures 

8.1.1. Interventional Radiology History 
8.1.2. Nursing in Interventional Radiology 
8.1.3. Interventional Vascular Radiology (IVR) Operating Room 

8.2. Radiological Protection and Characteristics of the IVR Room 

8.2.1. Radiological Protection 
8.2.2. Composition of the IVR Room 
8.2.3. The Angiograph 

8.3. Asepsis and Sterility in the IVR Operating Room 

8.3.1. Concept of Asepsis 
8.3.2. Concept of Sterility 
8.3.3. Circulation in the Operating Room 
8.3.4. Ventilation in the IVR Room 

8.4. Anesthesia 

8.4.1. Anesthesia Cart 
8.4.2. Patient Monitoring 
8.4.3. General Anesthesia 
8.4.4. Allergic Reaction 
8.4.5. Medications 
8.4.6. Knowledge of Basic and Advanced CPR Techniques 

8.5. Nursing Care in Interventional Radiology

8.5.1. Review of Medical History 
8.5.2. Patient Admission to the Service 
8.5.3. Monitoring and Care of the Patient in the Operating Room 
8.5.4. Nursing Care Record (Nursing Care Process NCP) 
8.5.5. Transfer to the Hospital Ward 

8.6. Non-Vascular Procedures 

8.6.1. Renal Access 

8.6.1.1. Percutaneous Nephrostomy 
8.6.1.2. Nephrostomy Catheter Replacement 

8.6.1.2.1. Simple 
8.6.1.2.2. Mixed 

8.6.2. Biliary Access 

8.6.2.1. Biliary Drainage 
8.6.2.2. Biliary Dilation 
8.6.2.3. Biliary Stents 
8.6.2.4. Biliary Brush and Biopsy 
8.6.2.5. Biliary Pressure Measurement 

8.6.3. Gastric Access 

8.6.3.1. PEG (Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy) 
8.6.3.2. Alpha Maneuver 
8.6.3.3. Rendezvous Procedure 

8.7. Diagnostic Vascular Procedures 

8.7.1. Diagnostic Arteriography 
8.7.2. Fistulography 
8.7.3. Phlebography 
8.7.4. Transjugular Liver Biopsy 
8.7.5. Caval Pressure Measurement 
8.7.6. Adrenal Vein Sampling 

8.8. Therapeutic Vascular Procedures 

8.8.1. Hickman Catheter 
8.8.2. Shaldon Catheter 
8.8.3. Reservoir 
8.8.4. Arterial Angioplasty 

8.8.4.1. Angioplasty of Lower Limb Arteries 
8.8.4.2. Angioplasty of Visceral Arteries (Renal, Hepatic) 

8.8.5. Stent Placement 
8.8.6. Caval Filter Placement and Removal 
8.8.7. Portocaval Shunt 
8.8.8. Embolization of Active Bleeding 

8.8.8.1. Hemoptysis 
8.8.8.2. Prostate Embolization 
8.8.8.3. Postpartum Uterine Bleeding 

8.8.9. Tumor Embolizations (TACE, TARE) 
8.8.10. Varicocele 
8.8.11. Renal Embolization 
8.8.12. Fibrinolysis 
8.8.13. Pulmonary Thrombectomy 
8.8.14. Angioplasty for Fistulography 
8.8.15. Angioplasty in the Superior Vena Cava Territory 

8.9. Diagnostic Neuroradiology Procedures 

8.9.1. Cerebral Arteriography 

8.9.1.1. Radial Access in Cerebral Arteriography: Benefits 
8.9.1.2. Spinal Arteriography 
8.9.1.3. T.S.A. Arteriography 
8.9.1.4. Occlusion Test 
8.9.1.5. Petrosal Sinus Test 

8.10. Therapeutic Neuroradiology Procedures 

8.10.1. Epistaxis 
8.10.2. External Carotid Embolization 
8.10.3. Vasospasm 
8.10.4. Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Embolization (Aneurysm) 
8.10.5. Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) Embolization 
8.10.6. Arteriovenous Fistula (AVF) Embolization 
8.10.7. Stroke (ICTUS) 
8.10.8. Stents 

8.10.8.1. Internal Carotid Stent 
8.10.8.2. Flow Diverter Stent 
8.10.8.3. Intracranial Stent 

8.10.9. Vertebroplasty 

Module 9. Breast and Brachytherapy 

9.1. Imaging Diagnosis in Breast Pathology 

9.1.1. History of Imaging Diagnosis in Breast Pathology 
9.1.2. Techniques: Mammography, Ultrasound, and Magnetic Resonance Imaging 
9.1.3. Techniques: Gammagraphy and Positron Emission Tomography (PET) 

9.2. Mammography and MRI of the Breast 

9.2.1. Mammography with and without Contrast 

9.2.1.1. Vacuum-Assisted Stereotactic Biopsy 

9.2.1.1.1. Technique, Preparation, and Risks 
9.2.1.1.2. Nursing Care Process: Assessment and Diagnosis of Needs 
9.2.1.1.3. Nursing Care Process: Planning 
9.2.1.1.4. Nursing Care Process: Implementation of Care and Care Evaluation 

9.2.2. MRI 

9.2.2.1. Vacuum-Assisted Biopsy under MRI 

9.2.2.1.1. Technique, Preparation, and Risks 
9.2.2.1.2. Nursing Care Process: Assessment and Diagnosis of Needs
9.2.2.1.3. Nursing Care Process: Planning 
9.2.2.1.4. Nursing Care Process: Implementation of Care and Care Evaluation 

9.3. Ultrasound and Placement of the Hook Wire 

9.3.1. Ultrasound 

9.3.1.1. Vacuum-Assisted Biopsy under Ultrasound 
9.3.1.2. Cryoablation 
9.3.1.3. Technique, Preparation, and Risks 
9.3.1.4. Nursing Care Process: Assessment and Diagnosis of Needs 
9.3.1.5. Nursing Care Process: Planning 
9.3.1.6. Nursing Care Process: Implementation of Care and Care Evaluation 

9.3.2. Placement of Hook Wire for Scheduled Surgery 

9.3.2.1. Technique, Preparation, and Risks 
9.3.2.2. Nursing Care Process: Assessment and Diagnosis of Needs 
9.3.2.3. Nursing Care Process: Planning 
9.3.2.4. Nursing Care Process: Implementation of Care and Care Evaluation 

9.4. FNA (Fine Needle Aspiration) 

9.4.1. Technique, Preparation, and Risks 
9.4.2. Nursing Care Process: Assessment and Diagnosis of Needs 
9.4.3. Nursing Care Process: Planning 
9.4.4. Nursing Care Process: Implementation of Care and Care Evaluation 

9.5. CNB (Core Needle Biopsy) 

9.5.1. Technique, Preparation, and Risks 
9.5.2. Nursing Care Process: Assessment and Diagnosis of Needs 
9.5.3. Nursing Care Process: Planning 
9.5.4. Nursing Care Process: Implementation of Care and Care Evaluation 

9.6. Breast Localization with Seeds or Scout 

9.6.1. Technique, Preparation, and Risks 
9.6.2. Nursing Care Process: Assessment and Diagnosis of Needs 
9.6.3. Nursing Care Process: Planning 
9.6.4. Nursing Care Process. Implementation of Care and Care Evaluation 

9.7. Brachytherapy Unit 

9.7.1. Introduction and History 
9.7.2. Structure of a Brachytherapy Unit 
9.7.3. Types of Radioactive Sources 
9.7.4. Most Frequent Uses 

9.8. Prostate Brachytherapy 

9.8.1. Introduction 
9.8.2. Nursing Care in Low Dose-Rate Prostatic Brachytherapy 

9.8.2.1. Pre-Treatment Care 
9.8.2.2. Pre-Implantation Care 
9.7.2.3. Post-Intervention Care 

9.8.3. Nursing Care in High Dose-Rate Prostatic Brachytherapy 

9.9. Cervical and Uterine Brachytherapy 

9.9.1. Introduction 
9.9.2. Indications and Pre-Treatment Nursing Care 
9.9.3. Intraoperative Care 
9.9.4. Post-Intervention Care 

9.10. Brachytherapy and Skin Lesions 

9.10.1. Introduction 
9.10.2. Pre-Treatment Nursing Care 
9.10.3. Intraoperative Care 
9.10.4. Post-Intervention Care 

Module 10. Other Image-Guided Procedures 

10.1. Ultrasound-Guided Interventions. Part One 

10.1.1. Principles of Ultrasound 
10.1.2. Pediatric radiology 

10.1.2.1. Echocystography 
10.1.2.2. Intussusception (Invaginations) 
10.1.2.3. FNA and CNB 

10.1.3. Thyroid FNA 
10.1.4. MSK (Musculoskeletal) CNB 
10.1.5. Ultrasound-Guided Intervention with Fine Needle Aspiration and Ultrasound-Guided Calcification Washout of the Shoulder 

10.2. Ultrasound-Guided Interventions. Part Two. Ultrasound-Guided Intervention with Coarse Needle in Hepatic and Renal Pathology 

10.2.1. Hepatic CNB 
10.2.2. Renal CNB 

10.2.2.1. Native kidney 
10.2.2.2. Renal Graft 

10.3. Other Ultrasound Procedures 

10.3.1. Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound with Microbubbles 
10.3.2. Nursing Techniques Guided by Ultrasound 
10.3.3. Ultrasound with Prostaglandin or Cavernosography 

10.4. Radiological Tests with Remote Control 

10.4.1. Retrograde Cystourethrography 
10.4.2. Hysterosalpingography 
10.4.3. Esophagogastroduodenal Transit (EGDT) and Intestinal Transit 
10.4.4. Barium Enema 
10.4.5. Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study 
10.4.6. Trans-Kher Cholangiography 
10.4.7. Myelography 

10.5. Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) 

10.5.1. The Eye as an Imaging System 
10.5.2. Principles of OCT 
10.5.3. Role of Nursing 

10.6. Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry or Bone Density Test (DEXA or DXA) 

10.6.1. Osteoporosis and Indication for the Technique 
10.6.2. Preparation and DXA Examination 
10.6.3. Results and Benefits 

10.7. Hemodynamics 

10.7.1. Introduction 
10.7.2. Indications 
10.7.3. Nursing Care 

10.8. Cholangiopancreatography (CPR) 

10.8.1. Introduction 
10.8.2. Indications 
10.8.3. Nursing Care 

10.9. Lithotripsy 

10.9.1. Introduction 
10.9.2. Indications 
10.9.3. Nursing Care 

10.10. PACS, Picture Archiving and Communication Systems 

10.10.1. Definition and Objectives 
10.10.2. Components 

10.10.2.1. Image Acquisition 
10.10.2.2. Communication Networks 

10.10.3. Image Management, Viewing, and Processing 
10.10.4. Types of Storage 
10.10.5. Image Production Classification

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