This report is concerned with the protection of individuals who may be exposed to radiation emitted by x-ray equipment and both sealed and unsealed radioactive sources in the practice of veterinary medicine. The report provides guidance for the development of an effective radiation safety program and recommendations for the design of radiological facilities and for the use of radiographic, fluoroscopic and therapeutic equipment in veterinary medicine. Included are recommendations for the use of radiopharmaceuticals in diagnosis and therapy, and for the use of lasers and ultrasonic equipment.
Content:
• Front Matter
• Preface
• Table of Contents
• 1. Summary
2. Introduction
3. Radiation Safety Program Requirements
4. Facility Design
5. Radiography
6. Fluoroscopy
7. Radiation Therapy
8. Radiopharmaceuticals
9. Nonionizing Radiation
• Appendix A: Shielding Recommendations for Veterinary X-Ray Imaging Facilities
• Appendix B: Shielding Recommendations for Veterinary Radiation Therapy Facilities
Appendix C: Quality Assurance for Radiographic and Nuclear Medicine Applications
• Appendix D: Guidelines for Owners After Treatment of Animal with Radioiodine Therapy
• Glossary
• References
• The NCRP
• NCRP Publications
• Index