Nurse Initiated X-ray

 

Who For

 RN/EN's for Emergency Staff Te Whatu Ora Taranaki only

What

 Learning Outcomes:

  • Introduction to the of the NIX protocol & understanding of the  specific guidelines within this protocol. (Guideline A & B)
  • Inclusion & Exclusion criteria for ordering NIX
  • Radiation safety requirements for NIX
  • Common MOI/presentations isolated limb injuries or suspected foreign body in soft tissues
  • Assessment of limb injuries or suspected foreign body in soft tissues
  • Process for ordering NIX

Time

 30 minutes

Contact

Nurse Educator - Emergency Department