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WorksheetsRadiation Protection Quiz
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is the dose limit for occupational radiation exposure?
100 mSv/yr
10 mSv/yr
50 mSv/yr
20 mSv/yr
Which imaging technique contributes to the highest occupational exposure of diagnostic x-ray personnel?
Mobile Radiology
Computed Tomography
Fluoroscopy
Mammography
What should be done to reduce occupational radiation exposure during mobile radiography?
Wear an apron
Stand close to the source
Increase exposure time
Use no protective measures
What is the purpose of wearing an occupational radiation monitor?
To eliminate the need for protective apparel
To increase radiation exposure
To estimate the amount of radiation received
To protect against radiation
What is the dose limit for a pregnant technologist per month?
5 mSv
1 mSv
10 mSv
0.5 mSv
What is the recommended position for the x-ray tube during mobile fluoroscopy?
Above the patient
Under the patient
To the side of the patient
In front of the patient
What is the minimum length requirement for the exposure cord on a portable x-ray unit?
1 meter
2 meter
3 meter
4 meter
Where should an occupational radiation monitor be worn for general use?
On the collar above the protective apron
At the waist or chest level in front of the body
On the wrist
Attached to the x-ray machine
If a patient requires holding during an x-ray, who should ideally assist with this?
A member of the radiology staff
Another hospital employee
A relative or friend of the patient
A security guard
When performing radiography, where should personnel stand to reduce exposure to radiation?
In the room near the patient
Behind the control booth
Next to the portable x-ray machine
In front of the control booth
