Department of Radiological Sciences, College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh, 11671, Saudi Arabia.
Medical Diagnostic Imaging Department, College of Health Sciences, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.
BMC Health Serv Res. 2024 Aug 14;24(1):931. doi: 10.1186/s12913-024-11369-2.
This study evaluates the level of radiation safety awareness and adherence to protective practices among pregnant female radiographers in the United Arab Emirates, aiming to identify gaps and develop targeted interventions for enhancing occupational safety.
Employing a cross-sectional design, the study surveyed 133 female radiographers using a self-developed questionnaire covering demographics, awareness and knowledge, workplace practices, communication, and satisfaction.
The survey showed high awareness among radiographers, with 97% acknowledging radiation risks during pregnancy, although 42.9% had not received formal training. Concerns over long-term health effects were significant, with 66.2% of participants worried about potential impacts. Despite these concerns, 83.5% had been informed about radiation risks and protective measures, indicating active information provision in many workplaces. However, inconsistencies in information dissemination across different work settings were noted.
The findings highlight the need for standardized radiation safety protocols for pregnant radiographers. The variability in safety training and information dissemination suggests the importance of establishing uniform safety practices. Recommendations include developing comprehensive education and training programs for pregnant radiographers, ensuring open communication for radiation safety and pregnancy-related concerns, and enforcing clear guidelines for workplace accommodations.
本研究评估了阿联酋孕妇放射技师的辐射安全意识水平和对防护措施的遵守情况，旨在发现差距并制定有针对性的干预措施，以提高职业安全性。
采用横断面设计，研究使用自行设计的问卷对 133 名女性放射技师进行了调查，问卷内容包括人口统计学、意识和知识、工作场所实践、沟通和满意度。
调查显示，放射技师的意识水平较高，97%的人认识到怀孕期间的辐射风险，但有 42.9%的人未接受过正式培训。对长期健康影响的担忧很显著，66.2%的参与者担心潜在影响。尽管存在这些担忧，但 83.5%的人被告知了辐射风险和防护措施，表明在许多工作场所都有积极的信息提供。然而，不同工作环境之间的信息传播存在不一致性。
研究结果强调了为孕妇放射技师制定标准化辐射安全协议的必要性。安全培训和信息传播的差异表明建立统一安全实践的重要性。建议包括为孕妇放射技师制定全面的教育和培训计划，确保就辐射安全和与怀孕相关的问题进行开放沟通，并执行明确的工作场所适应指南。
