Module 4.3 - Fundamentals of Radiotherapy for Cancer March 2018.pdf

On completion of this supporting resource, you should be able to:

• Explain the role of radiotherapy in the treatment and palliation of cancer.
• Outline the key concepts of radiobiology.
• Describe various methods for delivering radiotherapy.
• Discuss principles of radiation safety.
• Discuss the experience and impact of radiotherapy on the various domains of health.
• Implement interventions to prevent, detect and manage common health alterations experienced by people undergoing radiotherapy for cancer.