Measurement Of Radiation Dose Levels In Patients At X-Ray Units Of Selected Hospitals
Chapter One
1.0 INTRODUCTION:
This chapter introduces the Measurement Of Radiation Dose Levels In Patients At X-Ray Units Of Selected Hospitals and its relevance, states the research problems, research questions, and objectives, provides a background of the study, and should also include the research hypothesis [INTRO81876]…
Chapter Two: Literature Review
2.0 INTRODUCTION:
This chapter provides the background and context of the research problems, reviews the existing literature on the Measurement Of Radiation Dose Levels In Patients At X-Ray Units Of Selected Hospitals, and acknowledges the contributions of scholars who have previously conducted similar research [REV81876] …
Table of Content
Title Page
Certification
Dedication
Acknowledgement
Table of Content
List of Tables
Abstract
Chapter One:
Introduction
1.1 Background of the Study
1.1.1 Importance of X-ray Imaging in Medical Diagnosis
1.1.2 Risks Associated With Radiation Exposure in Medical Imaging
1.1.3 Need for Radiation Dose Monitoring in X-ray Units
1.2 Statement of the Problem
1.3 Objectives of the Study
1.4 Research Questions
1.5 Significance of the Study
1.6 Scope of the Study
1.7 Operational Definitions of Key Terms
Chapter Two:
Literature Review
2.1 Overview of Medical Radiation and Its Effects
2.1.1 Types of Radiation Used in Medical Imaging
2.1.2 Biological Effects of Ionizing Radiation
2.2 Radiation Dose Measurement in Medical Imaging
2.2.1 Methods of Measuring Radiation Dose
2.2.2 Devices Used for Radiation Dose Measurement
2.3 Previous Studies on Radiation Dose Levels in X-ray Units
2.3.1 Studies Conducted Locally
2.3.2 International Studies
2.4 Factors Affecting Radiation Dose Levels in X-ray Imaging
2.4.1 Equipment Factors
2.4.2 Patient Factors
2.4.3 Operator Factors
2.5 Regulatory Framework for Radiation Safety in Medical Imaging
Chapter Three:
Research Methodology
3.1 Research Design
3.2 Study Area
3.3 Population and Sampling Techniques
3.3.1 Inclusion Criteria
3.3.2 Exclusion Criteria
3.4 Data Collection Methods
3.4.2 Direct Measurement of Radiation Dose
3.5 Data Analysis Techniques
3.5.1 Descriptive Statistics
3.5.2 Inferential Statistics
3.6 Ethical Considerations
Chapter Four:
Data Presentation, Analysis, and Discussion
4.1 Presentation of Data
4.2 Analysis of Data
4.2.1 Descriptive Analysis
4.2.2 Inferential Analysis
4.3 Discussion of Findings
4.3.1 Comparison With Previous Studies
4.3.2 Interpretation of Results
4.3.3 Implications for Radiation Safety in X-ray Units
Chapter Five:
Conclusion and Recommendations
5.1 Summary of Findings
5.2 Conclusion
5.3 Recommendations
5.3.1 Recommendations for X-ray Unit Operators
5.3.2 Recommendations for Hospital Management
5.3.3 Recommendations for Future Research
5.4 Limitations of the Study
References
Appendices