To Minimize Occupational Exposure, the Technologist Should

question 48

Multiple Choice

To minimize occupational exposure, the technologist should

• A) never go in an x-ray room during a procedure
• B) wear protective apparel (lead aprons, gloves, etc.) when in the room during imaging
• C) stand close to the patient's head
• D) wear protective apparel (lead aprons, gloves, etc.) when in the room during imaging and stand close to the patient's head

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