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| Obtain maximum diagnostic information with minimum exposure to personnel and patient |
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As low as reasonably achievable
Amount of radiation should be as low as reasonably achievable |
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Internal cell damage that is expressed during mitosis
Obvious cell damage with compromise of portions of DNA
Cell death |
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| Tissues Most Sensitive to Radistion |
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Definition
Skin
Lymphatics
Thyroid
Gonads
Bones
Eyes |
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Time
Distance
Shielding
Avoid Retakes |
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Definition
| Denser tissue absorbs more |
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| Fast exposure time = less exposure to rays |
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| Increased distance = decreased exposure |
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Definition
The farther you are away, the safer you are
1^2 = 1/1
4^2 = 1/16 |
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| Care for Shielding Equipment |
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Definition
Do not bend, fold, staple
Hang gown from shoulders
Clean with warm, soapy water
Check integrity using 5mA and 80 KVP |
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Definition
Measurement of radiation exposure
No sharing
Store in cool place not by radiation |
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Dose of radiation a person may recieve in a given period of time
Set by the National Committee on Radiation Protection and Measurementes (NCRP)
5 REM for occupational exposure
.5 REM for non-occupational exposure |
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Occupational Safety and health Administration
Employer Responsibilities |
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Definition
| Department of Licensing and Registration Affairs |
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Legal documentation
Assess technique
-film improvment
-repeat studies |
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Permanent
Right vs. Left
Time |
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