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Assessing the Knowledge of Radiology Staff on the Impact of Radiation Exposure and the Importance of Shielding for Patient Protection in Saudi Arabia

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Last updated: 29 Dec 2024

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Medical Economics Studies

Abstract

The growing reliance on radiological imaging for medical diagnosis and treatment has increased the potential risks associated with radiation exposure for both patients and healthcare professionals. In Saudi Arabia, ensuring that radiology staff are adequately knowledgeable about the risks of radiation exposure and the protective measures that can be implemented, such as shielding, is critical for enhancing patient safety. This study aims to evaluate the awareness and understanding of radiology staff in Saudi Arabia regarding radiation risks and the importance of shielding in mitigating these risks. The results indicate that while most radiology professionals are familiar with radiation safety protocols, knowledge gaps remain, particularly concerning newer technologies and best practices for shielding. Recommendations are made to improve ongoing training and raise awareness of patient protection measures.


DOI

10.21608/ijahr.2024.327660.1046

Keywords

radiology staff, Radiation exposure, patient shielding, Radiation Safety, Saudi Arabia

Authors

First Name

Leen

Last Name

Al-Shahrani

MiddleName

Al-Merfaa

Affiliation

Diagnostic Radiology Student At King Khalid University,Saudi Arabia

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leensh2024@gmail.com

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First Name

Manar

Last Name

Dhafer Al-Amri

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-

Affiliation

Diagnostic Radiology Student At King Khalid University,Saudi Arabia

Email

manralmri95@gmail.com

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First Name

Rimas

Last Name

Sultan Al Hufayyan

MiddleName

-

Affiliation

Diagnostic Radiology Student At King Khalid University,Saudi Arabia

Email

rimaselhuff20@gmail.com

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First Name

Ahlam

Last Name

Ahmad Al Qahtani

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-

Affiliation

Diagnostic Radiology Student At King Khalid University,Saudi Arabia

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ahlamqw2024@gmail.com

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First Name

Taif

Last Name

Khalid Al-Shahrani

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-

Affiliation

Diagnostic Radiology Student At King Khalid University,Saudi Arabia

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taifkhaled@gmail.com

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Volume

4

Article Issue

2

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50755

Issue Date

2024-12-01

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2024-10-11

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2024-12-01

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1

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15

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2812-5940

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2,413

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Publication Title

International Journal of Advanced Humanities Research

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https://ijahr.journals.ekb.eg/

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Assessing the Knowledge of Radiology Staff on the Impact of Radiation Exposure and the Importance of Shielding for Patient Protection in Saudi Arabia

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29 Dec 2024