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What is the definition of Radiation?
What is the definition of Radiation?
- The process of exposing a patient to radioactive materials.
- The use of X-rays to view internal body structures.
- The movement or transfer of energy from one location to another. (correct)
- The amount of ionization produced in air when ionizing radiation is present.
What is the main goal of modern radiation protection programs?
What is the main goal of modern radiation protection programs?
- To develop new technologies for using ionizing radiation.
- To ensure that all patients receive the highest possible dose of radiation.
- To protect patients from both short-term and long-term effects of radiation. (correct)
- To eliminate all exposure to ionizing radiation.
What is the definition of radiation protection?
What is the definition of radiation protection?
- The process of measuring the amount of radiation emitted from a source.
- The use of shielding materials to block radiation.
- Effective measures employed by radiation workers to safeguard patients, personnel, and the general public from unnecessary exposure to ionizing radiation. (correct)
- The study of the effects of radiation on living organisms.
Which of the following is NOT a type of quantity considered in radiation protection?
Which of the following is NOT a type of quantity considered in radiation protection?
What is the SI unit for Exposure?
What is the SI unit for Exposure?
What is the SI unit for Absorbed dose?
What is the SI unit for Absorbed dose?
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Radiation
Radiation
The transfer of energy from one location to another.
Radiation Protection
Radiation Protection
Measures to safeguard patients and the public from unnecessary exposure to ionizing radiation.
Exposure
Exposure
Contact of a human with radiation; amount of ionization produced in air.
Absorbed Dose
Absorbed Dose
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Effective Dose
Effective Dose
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SI Units
SI Units
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