Assessment Awareness and Knowledge of Apron to Protect Radiographer During Radiographic Examination
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.57125/FEM.2023.12.30.02Keywords:
Radiation Protection, Radiation Safety, Radiation Worker, Radiology DiagnosticAbstract
Aims: Empowering radiation workers with enhanced awareness and knowledge to effectively manage and minimise the risk of radiation exposure. The aim was to determine the level of awareness and knowledge of radiographers about aprons as personal protective equipment from radiation exposure during radiographic examinations.
Methodology: The research study employed a research method that involved 26 respondents who were radiographers. The objective of the study was to assess the level of awareness and knowledge regarding the apron. This assessment was done by analysing the results of both pre-test and post-test examinations, then statistical analysis was carried out using a paired sample t-test to determine the increase in awareness and knowledge after providing learning and practical materials with a p-value < 0.05.
Results: The research results showed that the awareness and knowledge of aprons had an average pre-test percentage score of 50% before providing material and practice on aprons, whereas after providing material and practice on aprons, the average post-test percentage value increased by 95%. Furthermore, the results of the paired sample t-test showed that there was an increase in radiographers' awareness and knowledge about aprons with a p-value <0.001.
Conclusion: Assessing the awareness and knowledge of radiographers through the distribution of questionnaires is an initial means of identifying areas for improvement within the radiology department. This allows for the implementation of training programs or courses aimed at enhancing awareness and understanding of aprons and the significance of radiation protection in the field of diagnostic radiology.
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