Most photoelectric interactions result in full deposition of the gamma energy in the
detector - answer2.002 The photo peak of a spectrum of 99mTc represents gamma
rays which:
A. interact only by photoelectric effect
B. interact in the crystal and deposit all of their energy there
C. interact only by Compton scatter
D. none of the above
D. is correct.
All are acceptable conditions to reduce the amount of activity released to the
atmosphere. - answer1.029 Venting of 133Xe gas to the atmosphere is acceptable in all
of the conditions EXCEPT:
A. a rooftop designated as a restricted area
B. an activated charcoal filter is used as a trap
C. the activity released is 10% or less of legal requirements
D. all of above
E. is correct.
Unless their use interferes with, or prevents the efficient accomplishment of the
injection, syringe shield and disposable gloves should be used in both preparation and
administration of all radiopharmaceuticals. OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health
Administration) requires that workers NOT recap syringe needles used for patients. -
answer1.030 Proper technique in administering a radiopharmaceutical includes:
A. use of syringe shields
B. use of disposable gloves
C. recapping syringe needles that have been in contact with patients
D. all of above
E. A and B only
D. is correct.
The imaging equipment does not directly affect the amount of radiation that a patient is
exposed to. However, if the scintillation camera is not functioning properly and the
patient must return for a repeat study, and an additional dose, it would certainly be
within the technologists responsibility in insuring the principles of ALARA are upheld. -
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