What Is a Rad

question 11

Multiple Choice

What is a rad?

• A) A radiation unit that is determined by measuring ionization of air
• B) A factor that quantifies the relative health risks of various types of radiation
• C) A radiation unit used to measure patient dose
• D) A radiation unit used to measure dose equivalents for occupational exposure

---

Definitions:

Patient Problems

Issues, concerns, or complications that affect the health or comfort of patients receiving medical care.

Subjective Data

Information based on personal opinions, feelings, or perspectives, often collected during patient interviews in healthcare settings.

Discharge

The release of a patient from a healthcare setting; or the flow of fluid from a part of the body.

Incision Healed

The process by which a surgical cut or wound has closed and the tissue has recovered, restoring skin integrity.