Best practices for radiation safety in radiography departments: Review
Keywords:
Occupational Health, Dosimetry, Radiation Safety, Healthcare Workers, Radiation ExposureAbstract
This review analyzes radiation exposure risks for healthcare professionals, specifically targeting anesthesia providers and nurses operating in high-radiation settings such as operating rooms and interventional radiology suites. The document outlines sources of radiation exposure, such as mobile radiography, fluoroscopy, and CT scans, emphasizing the cumulative effects of low-dose radiation. Concerns related to radiation exposure in pregnancy are examined, highlighting regulatory guidelines and the necessity of reducing fetal exposure. The review examines factors that affect occupational exposure, distinguishing between modifiable factors, such as procedural techniques and positioning, and non-modifiable factors, including patient size and procedure complexity. The significance of personal dosimeters, such as film badges and optically stimulated luminescent dosimeters (OSLDs), in the monitoring of radiation levels is highlighted, as is the necessity for correct usage and interpretation of dosimeter readings. This paper examines the effects of radiation exposure on nursing and biochemistry, highlighting the necessity for thorough radiation safety training for nurses and the role of biochemists in elucidating cellular responses to radiation and formulating mitigation strategies. The conclusion emphasizes the necessity of proactive monitoring, implementation of effective protective measures, and ongoing education to reduce radiation exposure and protect healthcare workers.
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