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Paulette Eugene Denis
on Dec 12, 2024
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Angie has been working in the radiology center at a local hospital for the last 5 years. This morning, her supervisor called Angie into her office and told her that her last dosimeter reading was above the maximum allowable level. Which of the following is Angie's best response?
A) Ask for a transfer to another area of the hospital
B) Ask the supervisor to cut her hours
C) Tell the supervisor the reading must be wrong
D) Ask for protective clothing to prevent further exposure
E) Review her work practices for radiation safety
Dosimeter Reading
A measurement indicating the absorbed dose of radiation as detected by a dosimeter.
Radiation Safety
Practices and regulations designed to protect people and the environment from harmful exposure to radiation.
Protective Clothing
Apparel designed to protect wearers from hazardous or harmful environments, substances, or injuries.
- Detail the safety protocols and patient considerations within radiology, highlighting the impacts of radiation and contrast media.
- Acquire knowledge about the administrative roles of medical assistants in the radiology department.
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Learning Objectives
- Detail the safety protocols and patient considerations within radiology, highlighting the impacts of radiation and contrast media.
- Acquire knowledge about the administrative roles of medical assistants in the radiology department.
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