Utah Admin. Code 156-69-604

Current through Bulletin 2024-20, October 15, 2024
Section R156-69-604 - Radiology Course for Unlicensed Individuals as Dental Assistants

Under Section 58-69-803 and Subsection 58-54-306(2), the radiology course in Subsection R156-69-603(11) shall include radiology theory consisting of:

(1) orientation to radiation technology;
(2) terminology;
(3) radiographic dental anatomy and pathology -cursory;
(4) radiation physics - basic;
(5) radiation protection to patient and operator;
(6) radiation biology including interaction of ionizing radiation on cells, tissues and matter;
(7) factors influencing biological response to cells and tissues to ionizing radiation and cumulative effects of x-radiation;
(8) intraoral and extraoral radiographic techniques;
(9) processing techniques including proper disposal of chemicals;
(10) infection control in dental radiology; and
(11) use of portable and handheld x-ray devices.

Utah Admin. Code R156-69-604

Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2020-06, effective 3/10/2020
Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2023-07, effective 3/27/2023