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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What does ALARA stand for? | As Low As Reasonably Achievable |
| What are the 3 basic radiation protection principles? | Time, distance, and shielding |
| What material is commonly used for radiation shielding? | Lead or lead-equivalent protective material |
| How can a radiographer protect a patient from radiation? | Use proper collimation, exposure factors, positioning, and avoid repeats |
| What is the latent stage? | A period when radiation symptoms temporarily decrease or disappear |
| What is the cathode? | The negative side of the x-ray tube where electrons are produced |
| Why is the x-ray tube considered a diode? | It has two electrodes: the cathode and anode |
| Why is collimation important? | It limits the beam to the anatomy of interest and reduces radiation exposure |
| What is PACS? | A system for storing, retrieving, viewing, and distributing medical images |
| What is JRCERT? | An organization that accredits radiologic technology educational programs. |
| What is Quality Control (QC)? | Activities used to maintain consistent equipment and image performance |
| What is state licensure? | State requirements that authorize a person to legally practice |
| What does ARRT do? | Provides certification and registration for radiologic technologists |
| What is an advantage of a dosimeter? | It can provide a near-immediate radiation dose reading |
| What is the latent stage? | period when radiation symptoms temporarily decrease or disappear |