Title: Analyze physical factors that have an impact on the patient’s radiation exposure.
Course: Radiologic Technology II (14105-II) > Section: Examining Radiobiology

Analysis should include physical factors such as

- body habitus
- status of pathology
- age
- osteopenia/osteoporosis
- arthritis
- disabilities.

Based on these physical factors, the radiologic technologist should adjust technical factors to ensure delivery of the appropriate quantity and quality of radiation.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What adjustments may be needed to accommodate special-needs patients?
- What technical factors would need to be adjusted when radiographing a young patient vs. an elderly patient?
- How would the patient’s pathology affect radiation exposure?