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Positron Emission Tomography (PET): Radiology Nursing for the Non-Radiology Nurse

Author(s): Pauline Lentowski RN, MSN, CRN

CERP A 0.22

Expires Dec 31, 2027

Topics: MultiSystem, Monitoring

Role: Staff

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Activity Summary

Provided by the Association for Radiologic & Imaging Nursing (ARIN) and designed for the non-radiology nurse, this video offers an overview of positron emission tomography (PET), how it works and why it is used. It explains how fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG), a radioactive form of glucose, is taken up by cells and helps identify areas of concern. It also reviews why glucose control is critical, patient preparation requirements, common types and purposes of PET imaging, and safety considerations for nurses caring for patients undergoing PET studies.

To learn more, visit the Association for Radiologic & Imaging Nursing website.

Objectives

Discuss how PET uses radioactive glucose to create images and identify areas of concern.
Describe safety requirements when caring for a patient undergoing a PET study.
State patient preparation requirements for PET scans, including glucose control considerations.

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