Risks Associated With Radiation Flashcards

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What are the dose response models?

A
  • Linear no threshold
  • Linear-quadratic
  • Hormesis
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2
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What threshold model is used for regulations?

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Linear no-threshold model

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3
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What are references used to counsel indivuals in regards to exposure to ionizing radiation?

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  • NUREG 8.29
  • NUREG 8.13
  • Appendix M
  • Yellow Book
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4
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What is the cancer risk estimate to ionizing radiation?

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0.04%

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