Radiation protection

3. The restriction of the size and shape of the x-ray beam to the area of interest.
5. Standardized procedures designed to ensure safety and consistency during imaging.
8. The principle that any decision that alters the radiation exposure situation should do more good than harm.
9. A heavy metal commonly used for radiation shielding.
11. A special consideration in imaging, where radiation exposure must be minimized even further.
12. Using barriers of lead or concrete to block or absorb radiation.
13. A device worn by personnel to measure and record radiation exposure over time.
15. Acronym meaning keeping radiation "As Low As Reasonably Achievable."
16. The dose level below which no radiation effect is expected to occur
17. Protective clothing made of lead to shield vital organs

1. Radiation that changes direction after striking matter, increasing exposure risk.
2. Regular checking of radiation exposure levels in staff and environment.
4. A review process to ensure radiation protection practices are followed.
6. The process of adjusting exposures to the lowest level possible while still achieving diagnostic quality.
7. Increasing this from a radiation source greatly reduces exposure.
9. The principle focused on setting maximum permissible doses to minimize radiation risks.
10. Particularly sensitive to radiation, requiring extra protection during imaging.
14. One of the three key factors in radiation protection; reducing this limits radiation dose.