Effective Patient Education in Medical Imaging: Public Perceptions of Radiation Exposure Risk.

Ludwig, Rebecca L.; Turner, Lori W.

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ERIC Number: EJ653173

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Publication Date: 2002

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Effective Patient Education in Medical Imaging: Public Perceptions of Radiation Exposure Risk.

Ludwig, Rebecca L.; Turner, Lori W.

Journal of Allied Health, v31 n3 p159-64 Fall 2002

In a cross-sectional survey of 200 adults, less than half agreed with experts on the risks of radiation exposure; 75-90% thought that medical imaging providers should be highly regulated; and less than one-quarter knew that most radiation damage is not permanent. (SK)

Descriptors: Employment Qualifications, Federal Regulation, Public Opinion, Radiation Effects, Radiologic Technologists, Risk

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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