A closer look at justification

Question 1

introduction

Answer 1

any x-ray should show net benefit to pt, weighing potential diagnostic benefits against individual detriment exposure might cause

Question 2

An IRMER practitioner

Answer 2

takes responsibility for individuals’ medical exposure (dentist or qualified dp in radiography) “no exposure can take place unless justified by IRMER practitioner”

Question 3

When justifying exposure,

Answer 3

The IRMER practitioner should take into account many factors:

Question 4

1.

Answer 4

specific objectives + characteristics of individual involved

Question 5

2.

Answer 5

total potential diagnostic benefit to pt

Question 6

3.

Answer 6

individual detriment exposure may cause

Question 7

4.

Answer 7

alternative available techniques

Question 8

5.

Answer 8

info supplied by referrer, including info available from previous x-rays

Question 9

Therefore,

Answer 9

efficacy, benefits + risk of available alternative methods having same objective but involving no/less exposure should be taken into account

Question 10

The anticipated benefits

Answer 10

are the x-ray exam would add new info to aid pt’s management - indicating radiographs not to be performed routinely, but prescribed according to pt’s clinical exam

Question 11

Each radiograph

Answer 11

should be clearly justified in pt’s clinical records + findings clearly noted