Radiation protection standard, Diagnostic radiology Department, Vibhavadi Hospital
Radiation protection
Radiation protection standard Diagnostic Imaging Department Vibhavadi Hospital
1. For radiation technicians, radiologists, and related staffs
- Strictly use all 3 radiation protection principles: time, distance, and shelter.
- Remain in a sheltered area whenever radiographs are performed for patients.
- If necessarily help to fix the patient, (in case of disability patients), wear a lead shirt every time.
- Always close the X-ray room and turn on the lights before X-rays.
- Wear a film badge every time.
2. For patients and their relatives
- Let the staff always be aware that repeat X-rays will cause the patient to receive double amount of radiation, so they should perform their duties with prudence.
- In case of pregnant patients, staffs should give the shelter to patients every time.
- Provide shielding staff to young children every time.
- Do not allow relatives in the X-ray room. If necessarily help to fix patients, a lead shirt must be worn at all times.
