TABLE 3

Recommendations to Prevent Incidents

CategoryRecommendation
Radiopharmacy trainingProvide extensive training for new staff members
Radiopharmacy managementImplement integrated software packages
Radiopharmaceutical administration and doseUse coordinated approach in which all nuclear medicine professionals address administration and dose errors
Pediatric dosing and weight estimationUse correct calculators and formulas
Departmental protocolsProvide in writing, regularly update, and keep readily accessible
EducationTeach TOP to all staff and audit for compliance
Students/new graduatesImprove supervision
Error reportingRemove disincentives
SafetyCreate culture of safety throughout department