x-ray questions

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what legislation do we follow that protects patients?
IRMER (ionising radiation 'medical exposure' regulations)
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how does the legislation protect patients?
justification of x-rays, identification of patient, lowest dose, as low as reasonably possible, fastest films
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what legislation do we follow to protect staff?
IRR (ionising radiation regulation)
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how does the legislation protect staff?
have a set of local rules
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what rules protect us within IRR?
local rules, safety zone of 2 metres. control area 1.5mm. equipment reguarly checked and upkeep, warning signs and buzzer
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what is the grading system?
grade 1 - excellent, grade 2 - diagnostically acceptable, grade 3-unacceptable
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