Patient Awareness of Radiographic Radiation in Medical Imaging: Insights from X-Ray Technicians
Autori:
Stanislava MAVRODINOVA, Yanita CHERNOGOROVA
Cod: ISSN: 1583-3410 (print), ISSN: 1584-5397 (electronic)
Dimensiuni: pp. 147-155
How to cite this article:Mavrodinova, S., Chernogorova, Y. (2025). Patient Awareness of Radiographic Radiation in Medical Imaging: Insights from X-Ray Technicians. Revista de Cercetare si Interventie Sociala, 91, 147-155, DOI: 10.33788/rcis.91.8 |
Abstract:
The present study explores x-ray technicians' perceptions of patient awareness regarding radiation exposure, with a focus on the sources of information patients rely on and the role of technicians in providing accurate and relevant information. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 103 x-ray technicians in Northeastern Bulgaria - representing 78.5% of the active professionals in the region. The questionnaire included both closed and multiple-choice questions focused on patients’ understanding of radiographic risks, the role of technicians in information provision, and the perceived responsibilities in obtaining informed consent. Descriptive statistics were applied for data analysis. According to surveyed x-ray technicians, the majority of patients (81.6%) are aware that some imaging procedures involve ionizing radiation, but their understanding is often limited. Nearly all respondents emphasized the importance of informing patients about both the purpose of the examination (99.0%) and the associated risks and benefits (96.1%). Despite this, technicians reported that many patients tend to seek information from non-professional sources, such as the internet (75.7%). According to the respondents, patients predominantly perceive radiologists and x-ray technicians as the primary sources of information and consent in imaging procedures. These findings underline the importance of effective communication in healthcare and the evolving role of technical professionals in promoting patient literacy and autonomy. Improving communication strategies and reinforcing the educational role of x-ray technicians can strengthen trust, reduce misinformation, and support more informed patient choices.
Keywords: medical imaging; patient awareness; radiation exposure; x-ray technicians; health communication; social responsibility; social attitudes
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Keywords:
migration; migration process; migration policy; poverty alleviation; remittances; digitalization of remittances; economic development; social integration; state regulation.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.33788/rcis.91.8
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