Dose Reduction For Pts

Question 1

How can we reduce doses for staff

Answer 1

Only take clinically justified X-rays
Careful id check of the pt
Check if the pt has had any previous X-rays
Accurate and up to date filing system
Properly trained staff
Quality control of X-ray equipment
Quality control of accessory equipment - step wedges
Make sure there is a safe place for the operator to stand
Make sure barriers between adjacent work and rest areas are adequate
Make sure the mains isolator is not in the controlled area
Use rectangular collimators
Monitor staff doses

Question 2

How can we reduce doses for pts

Answer 2

Only take clinically justified X-rays
Careful id check of the pt
Check if the pt has had any previous X-rays
Accurate and up to date filing system
Properly trained staff
Quality control of X-ray equipment
Quality control of accessory equipment - step wedges
Use paralleling technique
Use rectangular collimators
Use high kv
Carefully explain to pt what is required of them