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Radiography Flashcards

1
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Ionising Radiation Act

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1999

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NRPB become the Radiation Protection Division of the Health Protection Authority (HPA)

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2005

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RPA

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Radiation Protection Advisor

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Radiation Protection Advisor

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A suitably trained individual employed by the HPA to advise individual veterinary practices on their use of ionising radiation

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RPS

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Radiation Protection Supervisor

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Radiation Protection Supervisor

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An MRCVS in a individual practice appointed by the RPA to ensure the rules and regulations set out by the RPA are being followed by everyone in that practice

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Roles of an RPA

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It is a legal requirement to have an RPA

The RPA visits the practice at least annually

The RPA takes measurements from and surrounding the X-Ray machine to ensure it is working safely

The RPA writes and reviews the LOCAL RULES and carries out a risk assessment at each visit
The RPA trains the RPS and other staff if appropriate

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8
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Minimum depth to stand from primary beam of the x-ray?

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2m

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9
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Thermoluminescent dosemeter contains what?

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Contains LITHIUM FLOURIDE crystals sensitive to radiation

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Film dosemeters

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Contains pieces of radiographic film

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11
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mSv

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millisievert

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12
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The unit of measurement used to assess an individual’s exposure to ionising radiation

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mSv

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The maximum permissible dose of radiation annually for - Authorised personnel 18years and over

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20mSv

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The maximum permissible dose of radiation annually for -

Trainees under 18years

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6mSv

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15
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The maximum permissible dose of radiation annually for- pregnant woman

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1mSv

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16
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Investigation will occur when what levels are hit?

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Usually 15mSv per annum or 13mSv per 3months for women of reproductive age and 1mSv for the duration of known pregnancy and breast-feeding

17
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Lead lined gloves and sleeves must be at least…

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0.35mm LE

18
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Lead lined aprons, thyroid and gonad protectors must be at least..

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0.25

19
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Who can become a radiation supervisor?

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RVN or MRCVS

20
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Records of personal dosimeters should be kept for a minimum of how many years?

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2

Operational Requirements (4 decks)

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