Which of the Following Is a Principle of the ALARA

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a principle of the ALARA concept?

• A)All diagnostic x-ray exposure is low energy and of little concern.
• B)The radiographer should hold a standard number of patients per year as long as it is below the allowable limits.
• C)X-ray doses can increase progressively to allowable limits on older patients.
• D)The radiographer's occupational exposure should be kept as low as reasonably achievable.

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