Transcription of Chapter 2: Radiation protection concepts and principles
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Chapter 2: Radiation protection concepts and principles
COMMUNICATING Radiation RISKS IN PAEDIATRIC IMAGING InformatIon to support healthcare dIscussIons about benefIt and rIsk / 29 COMMUNICATING Radiation RISKS IN PAEDIATRIC IMAGING InformatIon to support healthcare dIscussIons about benefIt and rIsk / 29 Chapter 2: Radiation protection concepts and principlesNew health technologies and medical devices using ionizing Radiation have led to major improvements in the diagnosis and treatment of human disease. However, inappropriate or unskilled use of such technologies and devices can lead to unnecessary or unintended exposures and potential health hazards to patients and staff.
Box 2.1 Possible reasons for inappropriate ionizing-radiation procedures in children The term “defensive medicine” is used to refer to a deviation from standard medical practice to reduce or prevent complaints or criticism. Physicians may respond to the perceived threat of litigation by ordering more referrals and more tests, some
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