Positioning For Radiography Flashcards
1
Q
Why is positioning important?
A
• area examined is all on one plate
• parts are not obscured by other structures
• films taken on different occasions are comparable
2
Q
What does the Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017 state?
A
No animal is to be manually restrained for radiography unless there are exceptional circumstances
3
Q
What positioning aid should you never use on a conscious patient?
A
Ties
4
Q
List positioning aids
A
• foam pads
• foam wedges
• foam/plastic troughs
• wooden/foam blocks
• sand bags
• cotton ties
