General X-ray Room

• What should the doors of the X-ray room be for safety?

  Lockable for safety mechanism
• Why is a control console space important in an X-ray room?

  It acts as a barrier during exposure
• How can X-ray tubes be suspended?

  From the ceiling or floor suspension
• What is the purpose of the floor map for the table in an X-ray room?

  To ensure safety while moving the table
• What does the erect detector allow for in X-ray imaging?

  Upright work for shoulder and chest
• Where are changing rooms located in relation to the X-ray room?

  By the X-ray room door
• What is the role of the generator in the X-ray room?

  It supplies electrical power to the room
• Where is the generator usually located in the X-ray room?

  In the far corner on the right side
• Why is it important to learn about the X-ray room?

  To become familiar with X-ray equipment
• What are the key features of an X-ray room that improve workflow and safety?

  • Automation of system movements
  • Set examinations by pressing buttons
  • Alignment of X-ray tube with erect detector
• Name one manufacturer of X-ray equipment.

  Xograph
• What is the purpose of the lead equivalence in shields?

  To provide radiation protection
• What materials are used for X-ray room walls?

  Lead or painted with barium
• What is the function of high tension cables in an X-ray room?

  To deliver voltage from generator to tube
• What does the light beam diaphragm do in an X-ray tube?

  Helps change the size of radiation field
• What is the role of the imaging table in an X-ray room?

  To support and position the patient
• What is the purpose of the automatic exposure devices?

  To provide consistent exposure during exams
• What does the operator console allow the operator to do?

  Select exposure parameters like kV and mA
• Why is it important to double-check parameters at the operator console?

  To ensure correct radiation dose to patient
• What do safety intelligence devices do in an X-ray room?

  Prevent collisions with the X-ray tube
• What is the minimum kVp required to generate EMR?

  5 keV
• What does kVp measure in X-ray imaging?

  Quality and penetration power of the beam
• What is the role of high tension cables in relation to electrical safety?

  To minimize electrical hazards and shocks
• What is the function of the galvanised steel sheath around high tension cables?

  To provide protection to the cables
• What happens to electrons in the X-ray tube when current passes through filaments?

  Electrons are generated and accelerated
• What is the purpose of the lead shutters in the light beam diaphragm?

  To allow for collimation of X-ray beams
• What components are found inside the X-ray tube?

  Cathode and anode
• What is the weight of most X-ray tubes?

  25 kg
• How does a ceiling suspended tube differ from a floor mounted tube?

  Ceiling tubes allow movements in all directions
• What is the primary use of an upright imaging system?

  For chest imaging and erect work
• Why is it important to check exposure parameters at the operator console?

  To ensure correct radiation dose to the patient
• What does the automatic exposure device measure?

  A preset quantity of radiation exposure
• What does the automatic collimation sensing system do?

  Adjusts collimation field to receptor size
• What is the function of anti-collision sensors in an X-ray room?

  To alert when objects are too close