NQF Endorses Safety Measure on Radiation Dosing

The National Quality Forum has announced its board of directors has endorsed a new safety measure focused addressing radiation dosing in computed tomography, according to an NQF news release.

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The measure targets “appropriate documentation and access of radiation doses to patients and providers,” according to the release.

 

The endorsement is part of a two-phase project focused on healthcare-associated infections, radiation safety and other safety measures.

 

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