Manual on radiation protection in hospitals and general practice. Vol.3, X-ray diagnosis /. B. E. Keane and K. B. Tikhonov; jointly sponsored by ILO, IAEA and WHO

Abstract

Extends authoritative guidance on radiation protection measures, for staff and the general public, that can be achieved through the organization of radiation services, the choice of x-ray equipment, the siting and construction of radiology departments, and the conduct of radiation surveys. Other chapters cover the techniques to be used to minimize the irradiation of patients and the practices that should be followed by staff to ensure their own protection