DEXA Radiation Safety & Patient Preparation

Question 1

What is ALARA in radiation safety?

Accepted Answer

As Low As Reasonably Achievable

Answer

Average Level of Radiation Application

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Annual Limits of Radiation Amount

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All Lines Are Radiation Approved

Question 2

What should patients remove before a DEXA scan?

Accepted Answer

All metal objects

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Shoes

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Hair accessories

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Shirt

Question 3

Which patients need extra precaution during a scan?

Accepted Answer

Pregnant patients

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Children

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Elderly

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Smokers

Question 4

What is a potential side effect of radiation exposure?

Accepted Answer

Increased cancer risk

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Fever

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Dehydration

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Muscle strain

Question 5

Which shielding device is used in radiation safety?

Accepted Answer

Lead apron

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Cotton vest

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Plastic sheet

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Metal helmet

Question 6

Why assess patient history before a DEXA scan?

Accepted Answer

Check for conflicting tests or conditions

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Schedule follow-ups

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Estimate scan cost

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Choose scan duration

Question 7

What is the typical radiation dose in a DEXA scan?

Accepted Answer

Low

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High

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Moderate

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Very high

Question 8

What’s the technician's role in radiation safety?

Accepted Answer

Proper positioning and following protocols

Answer

Handwriting reports

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Scanning receipts

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Calling doctors

Question 9

What should be done if a patient is pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Notify radiologist

Answer

Cancel immediately

Answer

Continue as usual

Answer

Double scan