In the event that a pregnant patient is inadvertently irradiated

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In the event of an inadvertent irradiation of a pregnant patient, it is the responsibility of the radiation safety officer or medical physicist to perform the necessary calculations to determine fetal dose. This expert is qualified to accurately assess the dose to the fetus and provide appropriate counseling and follow-up care to the patient. The radiographer or imaging department manager may not have the specialized knowledge necessary to properly determine fetal dose. The hospital or imaging facility administrator is typically not involved in the technical aspects of patient care and would not be the best choice to perform the necessary calculations.

In the Event That a Pregnant Patient Is Inadvertently Irradiated