Which of the following statements regarding radiation doses delivered to a patient during a nuclear medicine procedure is correct?

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During nuclear medicine procedures, radioactive drugs are administered to patients. These drugs decay and are excreted through urine and stool within a matter of hours or days, and do not cause long-term radiation exposure. The other statements are incorrect: A) The risk of developing cancer from nuclear medicine procedures is low, and potential benefits often outweigh risks. B) Nuclear medicine procedures can be used in patients with liver and kidney disease, and the dose can be adjusted accordingly. C) Side effects are possible, but generally mild and short-lived. E) Depending on the specific procedure, some patients may be advised to limit contact with children for up to 24 hours following the procedure, but not for one month.

Which of the Following Statements Regarding Radiation Doses Delivered to a Patient