EmpowerCTA® + Injector System Competency Training

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Read all the information presented below. When ready select the section tabs provided above, starting with 1.Components. Continue reviewing each sections by selecting the remaining tabs until all 13 sections have been reviewed. The estimated completion time is 30 minutes.

Certificate of Participation

To print a Certificate of Participation, participants must review all sections in their entirety, complete the online post-test and program evaluation. In order to receive a Certificate of Completion a post examination score of 70% or higher is required.

This program does not include accreditation and therefore CEUs cannot be claimed for participation.

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Operating Systems:  Windows 8 or higher, (MS Surface and other MS mobile devices compatible), MAC OSX 10.3 or higher, Mac iOS 5.0 or higher (iPad, iPhone compatible), Android 4.3 or higher (most Android mobile devices compatible).

Program Summary

The EmpowerCTA®+ Injector System is manufactured for Bracco Diagnostic Inc. and is utilized to inject iodinated contrast and a saline flushing solution into the human body during a CT scan.

This on-demand EmpowerCTA®+ Injector System Competency Training is designed for CT personnel and provides a complete review of the components of the EmpowerCTA®+ injector System, including how to recognize and safely utilize each. All operational and safety aspects are reviewed, providing a comprehensive learning experience of how to properly load, arm, and safety deliver a contrast and saline injection. At the end of this training, CT personnel will be able to utilize the EmpowerCTA®+ Injector System confidently and independently in the CT suite.

Section 1. Components (Runtime: 1 minute, 8 seconds)
An introduction to the injector system’s components including their location: • Power Source  • Remote  • Injector Head  • Disposables

Section 2. Remote Functionality (Runtime: 3 minutes, 28 seconds)
A comprehensive review of the injector remote functionality, “buttonology” and programming

Section 3. Injection Sequence (Runtime: 5 minutes, 21 seconds)
A review of the necessary steps to complete a contrast and saline injection

Section 4. Protocol Building (Runtime: 1 minute, 26 seconds)
A review of the injector remote functionality including how to build a CT protocol

Section 5.Protocol Storage (Runtime: 1 minute, 51 seconds)
A review of the injector remote functionality including how to build, name and store CT protocols

Section 6. Multiphase Injection (Runtime: 2 minutes, 4 seconds)
A review of how to build a multiphase injection protocol to include: saline-contrast-saline-pause-contrast-saline

Section 7. Pause Injection (Runtime: 57 seconds)
A demonstration of how to pause an injection once it has started

Section 8. Saline Advance (Runtime: 1 minute, 44 seconds)
A review of the steps and safety reasons to use the Saline Advance feature

Section 9. Saline Jump (Runtime: 2 minutes, 10 seconds)
A review of the steps and clinical benefits of using the Saline Jump feature

Section 10. Variable Flow Rates (Runtime: 59 seconds)
A review of how to vary or adjust the flow rate during an injection

Section 11. Variable Flow Rate Protocols (Runtime: 1 minute, 18 seconds)
A review of how to build a multiphase CT contrast protocol with varying flow rates; most likely used with Coronary or Cardiac CT protocols

Section 12. Admin Functions (Runtime: 1 minute, 23 seconds)
A review of the injector’s administrative capabilities designed specifically for a superuser and/or administrator

Section 13. SmartInjectCT Workflow (Runtime: 4 minutes, 35 seconds)
An overview of the NEXO® informatics platform including functionality, programing, documentation, & connectivity to RIS & PACs

Section 14. Consumables (Runtime: 5 minutes, 6 seconds)
Describes the various consumables that are most commonly utilized in the imaging suite with the injector system, which includes packaging details of each.

Section 15. Ceiling Mount Injector Maintenance (Runtime: 2 minutes, 30 seconds)
A review of the importance of the correct positioning of the overhead injector and its cables when not in use.

Resource Downloads

EmpowerCTA®+ Injector System In-Service and Training Outline
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EmpowerCTA®+ Injector System User's Guide
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Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this CME activity the healthcare provider should be able to:

  • Explain the components of the EmpowerCTA®+ Injector system including: Power Source, Remote, Injector Head, and Disposables.
  • Discuss the implementation of the safety features of the EmpowerCTA®+ injector as recommended by Bracco and stated in the EmpowerCTA®+ injector user’s manual.
  • Effectively program the EmpowerCTA®+ remote to safely deliver a contrast and saline injection.
  • Understand when and how to employ the EmpowerCTA®+ injector’s safety features including Saline Advance, Saline Jump, and variable flow rates.
  • Confidently and independently utilize the EmpowerCTA®+ Injector System in the CT suite.

Method of Participation/Criteria for Success

Certificate of Participation

  • To receive a Certificate of Participation for participating in this online competency program you must successfully complete the online post examination with a passing score of 70% or higher. Online examinations return an immediate grade report.
    This program does not include accreditation and therefore CEUs cannot be claimed for participation.
  • Upon receiving a passing score click Continue and complete the evaluation form.
  • To view and print a Certificate of Completion, click the Print/View Certificate button displayed from within your MyAR Archives page.

Disclaimer

Participants have an implied responsibility to use the newly acquired information to enhance patient outcomes and their own professional development. The information presented in this activity is not meant to serve as a guideline for patient management. Any procedures, medications, or other courses of diagnosis or treatment discussed or suggested in this activity should not be used by clinicians without evaluation of their patient’s conditions and possible contraindications on dangers in use, review of any applicable manufacturer’s product information, and comparison with recommendations of other authorities.