title: Radiation protection education in fluoroscopy.
abstract: Potential biological damage from radiation received during fluoroscopy procedures is of particular concern because of the high volume and variety of procedures performed and the increasing length of radiation exposure. This article focuses on the effects of low-level radiation, gaps in education and skills among personnel performing and assisting with fluoroscopy, the certification and privileging of fluoroscopy personnel, and compliance with radiation protection practices.
authors.forename: Marlene M
authors.initials: MM
authors.lastname: Johnson
mesh_terms: D005471:Fluoroscopy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006283:Health Physics / Q000193:education*; D006801:Humans; D061214:Patient Safety; D011829:Radiation Dosage; D011832:Radiation Injuries / Q000209:etiology* / Q000517:prevention & control*; D011835:Radiation Protection / Q000379:methods*; D011871:Radiology / Q000193:education*