Veterinary Technician

Category - Imaging

What are the "big three" methods of radiation protection?
  1. Distance, Shielding, and Knowledge
  2. Time, Distance, and Shielding
  3. Time, Distance, and Quality
  4. Time, Shielding, and Positioning
Explanation
Answer: B - Time, distance, and shielding are the "big three" methods of radiation protection. Time refers to using the fastest exposure for radiograph density and shortest radiation exposure to personal. Distance refers to maintaining the longest possible distance between one's self and the x-ray beam to prevent unnecessary exposure. And shielding refers to the use of lead aprons and gloves to protect yourself against scatter radiation.
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