TPH Dental LTC Xray Safety Quiz

• No person shall use an x-ray machine for the irradiation of a human being unless he or she has successfully completed a recognized course in radiology safety as a part of the qualifications in his or her specified discipline.

• True

• False

• Sometimes true

It is the responsibility of the dentist who has taken on the role of the Radiation Protection Officer (RPO) to ensure that all x-ray operators, including dental assistants, meet the qualification requirements under the HARP Act.

• True

• False

• Sometimes false

Who is the Radiation Protection Officer (RPO) for TPH LTCH Team?

• Dr Zweig

• Dr Schwartz

• Dr Malhotra

• Dr Lee - Team Lead

The owner is legally responsible for maintaining an up-to-date approved plan for their facility that accurately reflects the installation of all X-ray machines, including CT scanners. How often should the x-ray machine be certified?

• Once a month

• Once every 6 months

• Once a year

The RCDSO recommends that you have all the necessary paperwork, including any forms or plans associated with the installation and operation of dental x-ray machines, readily available at the office.

• True

• False

• Only if investigated

The RCDSO recommends the use of both gonadal and thyroid shielding devices where possible and practical.

• True

• False

• Not applicable to LTC residents

According to the RCDSO, Quality Assurance is defined as a program of activities designed to ensure that diagnostic imaging is carried out with the maximum benefit to the patient, at a minimum of risk.

• True

• False

• Every imaging procedure is necessary and appropriate to the clinical problem at hand and is prescribed by a dentist. The images generated contain information critical to the solution of that problem.

• Both statements are true

• Both statements are false

The HARP Act requires that dental x-rays be prescribed by a dentist before they can be taken.

• True

• False