Author: Francoise Sheppard / Editor: Adrian Boyle / Reviewer: James Ward, Nadarajah Prasanna / Code: A7, T1 / Published: 20/02/2023
This session provides an overview of the basic science of ionising radiation exposure for the emergency department (ED) physician as well as an approach to the investigation, treatment and management of a patient exposed to radiation.
By the end of this session you will be able to:
- Describe the phases of illness and injury caused by ionising radiation
- Outline key management priorities when dealing with a radiation incident
References:
- Health Protection Agency. CBRN incidents: A Guide to Clinical Management and Health Protection. 2008; London: HPA.
- Health Protection Agency. Radiation.
- British Institute of Radiology.
- British Institute of Radiology. Medical Management of Radiation Accidents: Management of the Acute Radiation Syndrome. 2001; London: BIR.
- National Poisons Information Service.
- Bland SA. Management of the irradiated casualty. J R Army Med Corps. 2004 Sep;150(3 Suppl 1):5-9.
