Phlebotomy Essentials
Phlebotomy Essentials
6th Edition
ISBN: 9781451194524
Author: Ruth McCall, Cathee M. Tankersley MT(ASCP)
Publisher: JONES+BARTLETT PUBLISHERS, INC.
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Are X-ray examinations safe? What
is a "safe" amount of radiation
exposure? What about patients
who receive multiple examinations
using ionizing radiation, such as
diagnostic X-rays, CT, and
fluoroscopy? Is there any way to
keep up with the total amount of
patient exposure? How would you
compare X-ray photon interactions
to the game of billiards on a billiard
ball table? Radiographic exposures
using a longer SID are gaining
popularity. Explain the benefits of
using a longer SID for X-ray
exposures. What are your
responsibilities when using a longer
SID?
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Transcribed Image Text:Are X-ray examinations safe? What is a "safe" amount of radiation exposure? What about patients who receive multiple examinations using ionizing radiation, such as diagnostic X-rays, CT, and fluoroscopy? Is there any way to keep up with the total amount of patient exposure? How would you compare X-ray photon interactions to the game of billiards on a billiard ball table? Radiographic exposures using a longer SID are gaining popularity. Explain the benefits of using a longer SID for X-ray exposures. What are your responsibilities when using a longer SID?
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