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- Implementing dose management systems in Radiology Departments: pros and consPublication . Vicente, Bianca; Almeida, Rui; Abrantes, António; da Silva, CarlosThe increasing use of radiodiagnostic modalities has led to an increased focus and awareness on patient safety and consequent search for optimization of radiographer’s practices 1. The Basic Safety and Standards Directive (BSSD), 2013/59/Euratom lays down standards for protection against the dangers arising from exposure to ionizing radiation2. This Directive was adopted by the Council of the European Union in 2013 and there was a requirement for transposition and implementation into national legislation in EU member state by February 2018. One of the key points...
- Iodinated contrast material impact in arterial blood pressure and cardiac frequencyPublication . Gomes, Mariana; Abrantes, António; Rodrigues, Sónia; Vicente, Bianca; Azevedo, Kevin; Almeida, Rui; Ribeiro, Luís; Pinheiro, JoãoThe purpose of this research was to evaluate the effect of iodinated contrast material (ICM) in arterial blood pressure (ABP) and cardiac frequency (CF) during the several scans of the computerized tomography (CT), and relate these changes to sociodemographic factors and administration conditions.
- Quality of life and professional quality of life of radiographers working in Portugal and England - A comparative studyPublication . Pinto, Inês; Ribeiro, Luís; Rodrigues, Sónia; Vicente, Bianca; Abrantes, António; Almeida, Rui; Lesyuk, OksanaGlobal healthcare systems are characterized by a very competitive era, marked by constant changes, recurrent technological innovations, increased workflows, and many other aspects that require qualified and motivated healthcare professionals to be able to meet the demands and to provide quality healthcare services 1, 2, 3. Although it is a concept susceptible to many definitions due to its multidimensality and subjectivity, the World Health Organization (WHO) defines Quality of Life (QL) as an individual’s perception of their position in life concerning the values and culture...
- Assessment of scatter radiation in the shielding of radiography proceduresPublication . Duarte, Maria; Rodrigues, Sónia; Ribeiro, Luís; Abrantes, António; Almeida, Rui; Azevedo, Kevin; Ribeiro, AnabelaScattered radiation is the largest contributor to patient dose and the main cause for stochastic effects (1-3). Evaluate the use of radiological protections and attenuating materials depending on the scattered radiation which the patient is subject, analyzing the appropriate placement of the protections is extremely important for the improvement of the radiographer clinical practice (4-7). Therefore, the purpose of this research is to ascertain the best way to protect irradiated patients, particularly children and pregnant women.
- Claustrophobia and Anxiety in Magnetic Resonance ImagingPublication . Lopes, Bruno; Azevedo, Kevin; Abrantes, António; Rodrigues, Sónia; Ribeiro, Luís; Vicente, Bianca; Almeida, RuiThe main goal of this research was to evaluate the anxiety and claustrophobia levels in patients undergoing Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Head, Extremities and Breast. The specific objectives were: Understand if the anatomical region of the exam (Head, Extremities or Breast) influences the anxiety and claustrophobia levels Understand if prior MRI examinations influence the anxiety and claustrophobia levels Understand if age, gender and education status influences the anxiety and claustrophobia levels.
- Residual activity in a Nuclear Medicine Department: a dosimetric studyPublication . Queirós, André; Abrantes, António; Rodrigues, Sónia; Ribeiro, Luís; Azevedo, Kevin; Almeida, Rui; Pinheiro, JoãoThe exposure to ionizing radiation by radiographer in Nuclear Medicine (NM) Departments is inevitable, as this area has the highest rates of residual activity. Since 1957, and later updated (2005), several guidelines have been established by the IAEA (International Atomic Energy Agency), for the management of residues from radioactive use for medical purposes, with the intention of increasing the radiological protection of the people and the environment. Optimized management is very important not only for the functioning of the NM department, but also for the...