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Ghufran Abdulsalam Razooqi
Al-Basrah Health Directorate, Basrah, Iraq
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Radiology Safety in Iraq Exposes Critical Gaps in Training and Knowledge Ghufran Abdulsalam Razooqi; Husham Hussain Abdul Ra’aoof; Sajjad Salim Issa
Academia Open Vol 9 No 1 (2024): June
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21070/acopen.9.2024.9154

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Ionizing radiation, with 18% from man-made sources, is widely used in medical imaging, posing significant hazards. This study assessed the knowledge, attitude, and practice of 125 radiology staff in Basrah, Iraq, using a cross-sectional design from February to June 2023. Data were collected via structured questionnaires and analyzed with SPSS version 26. Results showed 66.4% of respondents had good knowledge, with higher scores among males and those with higher education, particularly doctors. Positive attitudes were seen in 95.2% of participants, but correct practices varied significantly, and 88.8% had not undergone training on radiation hazards. The study underscores the need for improved training and education to enhance radiation safety awareness and practices. Highlights: Knowledge Levels: 66.4% showed good radiation hazard knowledge. Training Gaps: 88.8% lacked radiation safety training. Education Impact: Higher education, especially doctors, improved knowledge and practices. Keywords: Ionizing Radiation, Radiation Hazards, Radiology Staff, Knowledge Assessment, Safety Practices
Co-Authors Husham Hussain Abdul Ra’aoof Sajjad Salim Issa