Quality Assurance 2

Question 1

What is wrong with these images?

Answer 1

Question 2

How is radiology faults prevented?

Answer 2

• Sensitometry
• Routine processor maintenance.
• Topping up developer when required.
• Appropriate exposure selection

Question 3

What is the fault with this film? and how would this be prevented?

Answer 3

Regular checking of glove box/darkroom

Coin test

Appropriate staff training

Question 4

What is the fault with this film? and how would this be prevented?

Answer 4

Prevented by:

• Routine maintenance of processor
• Regular checking of developer temperature.

Question 5

What is the fault with this film? and how would this be prevented?

Answer 5

Prevented by:

• Correct processor maintenance
• Topping up fixer when required.

Question 6

What is the fault with this film? and how would this be prevented?

Answer 6

Prevented by:

• Routine processor maintenance.
• Regular changing of water in wash tank.

Question 7

What is the fault with this film? and how would this be prevented?

Answer 7

Prevented by:

• Suitable film storage and correct handling.
• Well ventilated darkroom

Question 8

What is the fault with this film?

Answer 8

Question 9

What is the fault with this film? and how would this be prevented?

Answer 9

Prevented by:

• Appropriate care/storage of equipment.
• Regular visual and radiographic testing.

Question 10

What is the fault with this radiograph?

Answer 10

DPT on film, scratches and marks overlying anatomy

Question 11

What is the fault with this radiograph?

Answer 11

Damaged phosphor plates – exposure to extreme temperatures.