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Week 5 Flashcards

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Why is the record of radiation exposure important in employment records for radiation workers?

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It tracks exposure levels to ensure they are within safe limits and for compliance with safety regulations.

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Under what circumstances is personnel dosimetry a requirement?

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When radiation workers are likely to exceed 10% of the annual occupational EfD limit of 50 mSv (5 rem) in a year.

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What is the primary function of a personnel dosimeter?

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To indicate the working habits and conditions of diagnostic imaging personnel and measure occupational exposure to ionizing radiation.

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What is the concept of area monitoring in radiation protection?

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Area monitoring involves measuring radiation levels in a specific environment to ensure safety standards are met.

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What are the advantages and disadvantages of optically stimulated luminescence dosimeters (OSLs)?

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Advantages: Lightweight, durable, allows for reanalysis. Disadvantages: Measures exposure only at the location worn, exposure isnt immediately determined.

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What is the sensitivity range of OSL dosimeters?

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OSL dosimeters can accurately read exposures as low as 10 μSv.

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How is exposure assessment conducted using different dosimetry devices?

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Devices detect and measure ionizing radiation exposure, with periodic analysis and reporting of the data collected.

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Why is a second dosimeter sometimes used, and where should it be placed?

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A second dosimeter is worn beneath a lead apron at waist level when additional monitoring is required for fetal or extremity exposure.

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What information can be interpreted from a radiation monitoring report?

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It includes data about the occupational exposure measured, aiding in assessing if exposure is within regulatory limits.

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How is occupational radiation exposure measured and monitored with dosimeters?

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By detecting and measuring the quantity of ionizing radiation the dosimeter is exposed to over a period of time.

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What role does control monitoring play in personnel dosimetry?

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Control monitors are used as baseline references for assessing the validity of dosimeter readings in varying environments.

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Why dont personnel dosimeters provide protection from radiation?

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They are designed only to detect and measure ionizing radiation, not to shield or protect against it.

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How do direct ion storage (DIS) dosimeters differ from other types?

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DIS dosimeters use ion storage technology for real-time exposure monitoring and can be read instantly on-site.

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What features make an optically stimulated luminescence dosimeter (OSL) popular?

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Lightweight, durable, easy reanalysis capabilities, and accurate readings as low as 10 μSv.

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Why is the placement of a personnel dosimeter important?

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To accurately measure the radiation dose received by the most exposed parts of the body, such as the thyroid, head, and neck.

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Where should the primary personnel dosimeter be placed during routine imaging procedures?

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It should be attached to the front of the body at collar level, outside any protective apron.

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What are the different types of personnel dosimeters?

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Optically Stimulated Luminescence (OSL) dosimeters, Thermoluminescent Dosimeters (TLDs), Pocket Ionization Chambers, and Digital Ionization Chambers.

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How is personnel monitoring managed for pregnant diagnostic imaging personnel?

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The primary dosimeter is worn at collar level and a second is worn at the abdominal level.

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What are the three types of gas-filled survey instruments and their appropriate uses?

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Ionization Chambers for exposure measurement, Proportional Counters for alpha and beta radiation, and Geiger-Müller Detectors for detecting radioactive particles.

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At what level does a personnel dosimeter detect and measure ionizing radiation?

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It measures exposure to ionizing radiation that the wearer is exposed to over a period.

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What are the limitations of the OSL dosimeter when assessing occupational exposure?

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It measures exposure only in the area where it is attached and doesnt provide immediate exposure data.

22
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What factors should not influence the performance of a personnel dosimeter?

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Environmental factors like warm weather and humidity should not affect its performance.

23
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What is the purpose of an extremity dosimeter?

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To measure radiation exposure to the hands or extremities during procedures involving close proximity to the primary X-ray beam.

24
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What are the desirable characteristics of an effective personnel dosimeter?

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Lightweight, durable, able to detect and record small/large exposures, unaffected by environmental conditions, inexpensive, and easy to carry.

25
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How do healthcare facilities implement the ALARA concept in personnel monitoring?

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By issuing dosimeters when personnel might receive about 1% of their annual EfD limit in a month, approximately 0.5 mSv.

26
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What do gas-filled detectors measure in relation to radiation?

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They measure the quantity of electrical charge resulting from the ionization of gas or the rate at which the electrical charge is produced.

27
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What are the advantages of Direct Ion Storage Dosimeters?

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Instant access to data, lightweight and durable, can withstand being dropped or scratched.

28
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Why is the proportional counter not used in diagnostic imaging?

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It is primarily a lab instrument used for measuring alpha and beta particles.

29
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What is the main disadvantage of pocket ionization chambers?

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They cannot be used for long-term monitoring and must be charged before each use.

30
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What are the key components of a pocket ionization chamber?

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An ionization chamber with a built-in electrometer.

31
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How are ionization chambers used in radiology for X-ray exposure measurement?

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They are used to measure the radiation output from radiographic and fluoroscopic X-ray equipment.

32
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What is the sensitivity range of OSL dosimeters for X-ray and gamma ray?

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10 μSv (1 mRem) to 10 Sv (1000 rem).

33
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What are the requirements for portable radiation survey instruments?

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Portable, durable, reliable, interacts with radiation as tissue does, detects all common types of ionizing radiation, response not affected by radiation energy, cost-effective, calibrated annually.

34
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Which professionals use ionization chambers for standard measurements required by health organizations?

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Medical physicists.

35
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What type of detector is used in Optically Stimulated Luminescence Dosimeters (OSLs)?

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Aluminum oxide detector (Al2O3).

36
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Which instrument is primarily used for area monitoring in nuclear medicine?

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Geiger-Müller Survey Meter.

37
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How does the sensitivity of OSL dosimeters compare to film badges and TLDs?

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OSL is more sensitive than film badge and TLDs and is the 2nd most sensitive of the four common types.

38
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What is a common use case for pocket ionization chambers?

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For short-duration monitoring in high dose situations with an immediate readout.

39
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What additional component must be calibrated along with ionization chambers for compliance in radiology?

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The electrometer system must also be calibrated periodically.

40
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of the ionization chamber-type survey meter (cutie pie)?

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Advantages: Sensitivity ranges, used for radiation protection surveys. Disadvantages: Not very useful for diagnostic imaging using X-ray.

41
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What makes the Geiger-Müller survey meter suitable for detecting small amounts of radiation?

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It is highly effective in detecting radioactive nuclei or photons to small amounts of radiation and includes an audible signal.

42
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What are the three filters used in OSL dosimeters?

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Aluminum (Al), Tin (Sn), and Copper (Cu).

43
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What must be done when a radiation worker changes employers?

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A record of their cumulative dose should be transferred to the new employer.

44
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How is a TLD read?

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By heating the crystals, which releases stored photon energy.

45
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What type of crystals are used in Thermoluminescent Dosimeters (TLDs)?

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Lithium Fluoride (LiF) crystals.

46
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How does radiation information get stored in Direct Ion Storage Dosimeters (DIS)?

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Radiation ionizes the gas in the chamber, and the electric charge is stored in EEPROM until read out.

47
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What is the typical usage term for an OSL dosimeter?

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Up to 1 year, but commonly worn for 1 to 3 months.

48
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How do proportional counters differ in their measurement capabilities compared to GM survey meters?

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Proportional counters are used for measuring alpha and beta particles, whereas GM survey meters are used for detecting gamma radiation and X-rays.

49
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What are the three categories of radiation survey instruments for area monitoring?

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Instruments without a readout scale, with a readout scale, and ionization-chamber based.

50
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What is a common type of detector used in radiation survey instruments for area monitoring?

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A Geiger-Müller tube.

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