- Prepare
- Appoint PECCs
- Assess and Review
- Improve
- Care Team Training and Competencies
- Clinical Pathways
- Equipment, Supplies, and Medications
- Emergency Department Support Services
- Patient and Medication Safety
- Policies, Procedures, and Protocols
- Quality Improvement
- Get Recognized
Resource Overview
- Provided as a sample policy for minimizing radiation exposure in pediatric CT and X-ray imaging using age- and weight-based protocols.
- Incorporates ALARA principles, diagnostic reference level benchmarking, and dose metric monitoring (CTDIvol, DLP).
- Aligns with nationally recognized pediatric imaging standards and accreditation requirements.
How to Use This Resource
- Adapt as a template to formalize pediatric-specific imaging protocols distinct from adult workflows.
- Embed dose optimization strategies, documentation standards, and radiation safety oversight into departmental practice.
- Integrate into quality assurance programs, accreditation readiness efforts, and staff education initiatives.