Radiation therapy science 2

In this unit you will study anatomy, physiology, pathology and oncology of the; integumentary, female reproductive, male reproductive, lower respiratory, lower digestive, urinary and renal systems.

You will analyse and apply the principles of radical and palliative radiation therapy planning through online radiation therapy planning curriculum activities and you will learn the foundation principles of treatment and patient care. In addition, you will recognise cross sectional and 3D anatomy from a range of imaging modalities including CT, MRI and PET, and you will gain in-depth knowledge of the molecular basis of cancer. You will be able to analyse a range of cancer management strategies and synthesise these with individual patient diagnoses.

This unit also introduces you to the principles of; communication, interprofessional care, ethics, patient centred care, cultural safety, occupational health and safety, national safety and quality in health care standards (including the safe use of medicines), which will be applied during the one week clinical orientation.