Studying for the Exam

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Study Guide

The exam consists of four categories. Below is an outline of areas that may be covered.

This is a general outline and is not all-inclusive.

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Clinical Nuclear Radiology

Cardiovascular system
Central nervous system
Endocrine and reproductive systems
Gastrointestinal system
Musculoskeletal system
Pulmonary system
Genitourinary system
Neoplasms
Infection/inflammation
Therapy

Physics of Nuclear Radiology

Radiation physics and instrumentation
Radiation protection
Mathematics pertaining to the use and measurement of radioactivity
Chemistry of by-product material for medical use
Radiation biology
NRC-related topics (see Nuclear Regulatory Commission information)

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Studying for the Exam

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