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WorksheetsRadiology Safety Quiz
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
Which of the following is a primary principle of radiation protection?
Time, distance, and shielding
Color coding and labeling
Patient comfort and privacy
Use of contrast media
What is the unit used to measure absorbed radiation dose?
Sievert (Sv)
Gray (Gy)
Becquerel (Bq)
Curie (Ci)
Which piece of personal protective equipment is commonly used to protect the thyroid during radiologic procedures?
Lead gloves
Thyroid shield
Lead apron
Safety goggles
What is the main purpose of a dosimeter in radiology?
To measure patient exposure
To monitor radiation exposure to personnel
To control radiation exposure
To calibrate imaging equipment
Which protocol should be followed to ensure patient safety before a radiologic procedure?
Confirm patient identity and procedure
Ask about favorite color
Offer snacks and water
Provide a blanket
Which of the following is a quality assurance practice in radiology?
Regular equipment calibration
Increasing patient throughput
Reducing staff meetings
Using expired contrast agents
A radiologic technologist needs to minimize their exposure to scatter radiation. Which action best applies the principle of distance?
Standing as far from the source as possible
Wearing a surgical mask
Turning off the equipment
Using a non-lead apron
A patient is scheduled for a CT scan. Which action demonstrates proper application of patient safety protocols?
Verifying allergies to contrast media before the procedure
Asking the patient to remove jewelry after the scan
Skipping the consent form
Allowing the patient to eat during the scan
How should a technologist use a lead apron to maximize radiation protection?
Wear it over the chest and abdomen during exposure
Place it on the floor
Use it only for pediatric patients
Wear it after the procedure
Which method is most effective for ensuring accurate radiation dose measurement for staff?
Wearing a personal dosimeter at all times in the controlled area
Estimating exposure based on procedure type
Sharing dosimeters among staff
Only recording exposure monthly
A radiology department wants to improve its quality assurance program. Which strategy would best help identify equipment malfunctions before they affect patient safety?
Implementing routine performance testing and documentation
Waiting for patient complaints
Relying on visual inspection only
Ignoring minor equipment issues
A patient expresses concern about radiation exposure during an X-ray. How should the technologist respond to address the patient’s concerns and ensure safety?
Explain the use of protective measures and the low risk involved
Ignore the patient’s concerns
Cancel the procedure without explanation
Tell the patient not to worry
A technologist notices that the daily quality control check for a CT scanner shows inconsistent results. What is the most appropriate next step?
Remove the scanner from service and notify the appropriate personnel
Continue using the scanner as usual
Ignore the results and check again next week
Use the scanner only for non-urgent cases
This type of electromagnetic wave has the most energy and therefore can be very dangerous.
Microwaves
Radio Waves
X Rays
Gamma Rays
Most of the electromagnetic radiation on Earth comes from
the sun.
radio towers.
X ray machines.
microwave ovens.
