X-ray Equipment Flashcards
What does the x-ray tube do?
(3)
It produces x-rays
It ensures that the radiation is directed at the tube port
It has tube housing to protect the tube inside
Where is the tube found?
Inside the x-ray tube
What does the x-ray table do?
(2)
It rises and falls to allow the patient to get on and off the table safely
It’s radiolucent )x-rays will be able to transmit through)
What does the table Bucky do?
It houses the detector
What do the tube controls do?
(2)
They allow for the movement of the x-ray tube
They allow for the alteration of the light beam diaphragm
What does the light beam diaphragm do?
It allows for the x-ray field to be altered
What does the vertical Bucky do?
It’s used to image patients when they’re standing
What does the generator do?
(2)
It houses the high frequency generator
It generates the kilo voltage that’s required for x-ray production in the tube
What do the doors do?
They contain lead to provide radiation protection
What does that protective booth do?
(3)
It provides radiation protection for the operator
It has solid panels with a lead core and lead glass
It contains the control panel and exposure buttons
What does the control panel do?
(2)
It allows for the correct patent, details, examination and exposure to be selected
It contains the exposure button
What does IRMER 17 stand for?
Ionising
Radiation
Medical
Exposure
Regulations
17
Why is IRMER 17 important?
It makes sure that the correct patient gets the most suitable examination, and that the examination is carried out and reported by appropriately trained members of staff
Why is the controlled area important?
It ensures that the radiation stays in
What are the features of the controlled area?
(3)
Lead lined walls (of a certain thickness)
Lead lined doors (must be locked to make sure that no one can enter)
Warning signs
