Radiation protection standard, Diagnostic radiology Department, Vibhavadi Hospital

Radiation protection standard, Diagnostic radiology Department, Vibhavadi Hospital

Radiation protection

Radiation protection standard Diagnostic Imaging Department Vibhavadi Hospital

1. For radiation technicians, radiologists, and related staffs

• Strictly use all 3 radiation protection principles: time, distance, and shelter.
• Remain in a sheltered area whenever radiographs are performed for patients.
• If necessarily help to fix the patient, (in case of disability patients), wear a lead shirt every time.
• Always close the X-ray room and turn on the lights before X-rays.
• Wear a film badge every time.

2. For patients and their relatives

• Let the staff always be aware that repeat X-rays will cause the patient to receive double amount of radiation, so they should perform their duties with prudence.
• In case of pregnant patients, staffs should give the shelter to patients every time.
• Provide shielding staff to young children every time.
• Do not allow relatives in the X-ray room. If necessarily help to fix patients, a lead shirt must be worn at all times.