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What is the purpose of the control area?
What is the purpose of the control area?
The control area is for the purpose of controlling access and ensuring the safety of individuals present.
Who should be informed of the possible dangers in the control area?
Who should be informed of the possible dangers in the control area?
The patients.
The control area is only accessed by the medical staff.
The control area is only accessed by the medical staff.
False (B)
What kind of information should be handed out to pregnant women in the control area?
What kind of information should be handed out to pregnant women in the control area?
How long are the records kept?
How long are the records kept?
What should pregnant women be informed about regarding the risk of radiation exposure?
What should pregnant women be informed about regarding the risk of radiation exposure?
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Supervision or Accompanying Persons
Supervision or Accompanying Persons
People accompanying patients or students into regulated areas like radiation rooms.
Regulations Regarding Supervision or Accompanying Persons
Regulations Regarding Supervision or Accompanying Persons
The legal requirement for supervised areas, ensuring specific safety measures are taken.
Physician or Dentist with Appropriate Expertise
Physician or Dentist with Appropriate Expertise
A medical professional trained in handling radiation procedures, who may accompany patients or students.
Instruction Beforehand
Instruction Beforehand
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Appropriate Written Instructions
Appropriate Written Instructions
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Reporting Pregnancy During Instruction
Reporting Pregnancy During Instruction
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Record Keeping for Instruction
Record Keeping for Instruction
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5 Years of Supervision Records Retention
5 Years of Supervision Records Retention
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1 Year of Accompanying Persons Records Retention
1 Year of Accompanying Persons Records Retention
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§§ 55, 63, 122, 124 StrlSchV
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Study Notes
Regulations for Caregivers/Attendants
- Caregivers/attendants are permitted in controlled areas only if necessary.
- Medical professionals (doctors or dentists with the appropriate expertise) must approve their presence.
- Individuals must be briefed on potential risks and how to prevent them before entering areas.
- Written instructions are provided and can be given on request
- Documentation of training procedures must be kept.
Pregnancy Considerations
- Pregnant women must inform relevant personnel about their pregnancy as soon as possible.
- The timing of the notification depends on a risk assessment.
- This is done to mitigate potential risks caused by radiation exposure to the fetus.
- During training, information regarding risks due to radiation to the unborn child should be made clear
- Documentation of awareness raising and training concerning pregnancy, held with those in charge, must be kept.
Retention Period for Records
- Employee training records must be kept for 5 years.
- Caregiver/attendant records must be retained for 1 year.
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Description
This quiz covers important regulations for caregivers and attendants, particularly in controlled areas, as well as considerations for pregnant women in such environments. It includes guidelines on the requirements of approvals, risk assessments, and necessary documentation to ensure safety and compliance. Test your knowledge on these critical practices.
