New Rules to Protect Patients from Radiation in Nuclear Medicine
This act requires the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to update its rules to better protect patients during nuclear medicine procedures. It sets clear standards for reporting when radiation leaks outside the intended area, ensuring greater safety and accountability for medical facilities. These changes aim to reduce unintended radiation exposure for patients.
Key points
Strengthens patient safety by requiring stricter reporting of unintended radiation exposure during nuclear medicine procedures.
Defines specific radiation dose limits for reporting incidents where radioactive material leaks outside a vein or target area.
Mandates the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to update its regulations to include these new patient protection standards.
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