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DX-D 300 U-Arm
User Manual
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Technique factors: You should take steps to reduce technique factors to the
lowest possible levels consistent with good image acquisition.
For example if your adult abdomen settings are: 70--85 kVp, 200--400 mA,
15--80 mAs, consider starting at 65--75 kVp, 100--160 mA, 2.5--10 mAs for a
pediatric patient. Whenever possible use high kVp techniques and large SID
(Source Image Distance).
Summary:
Image only when there is a clear medical benefit.
Image only the indicated area.
Use the lowest amount of radiation for adequate imaging based on size
of the child (reducing tube output -- kVp and mAs).
Try to use always short exposure times, large SID values and
immobilizing devices.
Avoid multiple scans and use alternative diagnostic studies (such as
ultrasound or MRI) when possible.
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