NREMT Advanced EMT

Category - EMS Operations

To prevent gamma rays from penetrating into the body, what is needed?
  1. Skin
  2. Beta blocker
  3. Lead
  4. Paper
Explanation
Answer - C - To prevent gamma rays from penetrating into the body, lead is needed. Lead shielding stops gamma rays from penetrating. Alpha radiation is stopped by clothing, paper, and intact skin. Beta radiations will penetrate a few millimeters of skin.
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