X-RAY Imaging
X-RAY Imaging ( 42 Questions)
When performing an X-ray on a pregnant patient, what safety measure should be taken?
Setting the X-ray machine to maximum power is not safe for any patient, including pregnant individuals. The radiation dose should be minimized while maintaining image quality.
While X-rays during pregnancy should be used judiciously and only if medically necessary, avoiding X-rays during the entire first trimester is not practical in emergencies or urgent diagnostic situations.
When performing X-rays on pregnant patients, it is essential to use lead aprons to cover the abdomen and pelvic area to protect the developing fetus from unnecessary radiation exposure.
Providing a lead apron only to the patient and not to the healthcare provider can result in increased radiation exposure to the provider, who should also wear protective equipment during the procedure.
When performing X-rays on pregnant patients, it is essential to use lead aprons to cover the abdomen and pelvic area to protect the developing fetus from unnecessary radiation exposure.
a. Setting the X-ray machine to maximum power is not safe for any patient, including pregnant individuals. The radiation dose should be minimized while maintaining image quality.
b. While X-rays during pregnancy should be used judiciously and only if medically necessary, avoiding X-rays during the entire first trimester is not practical in emergencies or urgent diagnostic situations.
d. Providing a lead apron only to the patient and not to the healthcare provider can result in increased radiation exposure to the provider, who should also wear protective equipment during the procedure.