A pediatric patient enters radiology for a paranasal sinus series.Because of her age,the child is unable to hold still for the projections even with the use of immobilization devices.The decision is to hold the child during each exposure.Which of the following individuals should be asked to hold the child?

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It is appropriate to ask the guardian of the child to hold the child during the exposure as they are likely to be able to comfort and calm the child during the procedure. Technologists have a duty of care to minimize radiation exposure to the patient and should not be asked to hold the child during the exposure. The referring physician is not usually present during radiology procedures and a student may not have the experience or training needed to hold a child during a radiology procedure.

A Pediatric Patient Enters Radiology for a Paranasal Sinus Series