Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Radiation Safety among Radiographers in the Government Hospital in Tai’an City

Radiographers, professionals tasked with operating equipment emitting radiation such as X-rays and Computer Tomography (CT), play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of both medical personnel and patients while concurrently minimizing radiation exposure during imaging procedures. The focus on their Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice (KAP) concerning radiation protection (RP) establishes a significant and imperative study area. The inherent dangers associated with ionizing radiation and the essential need for rigorous RP and safety measures underscore the pressing urgency of this research. Despite the critical nature of the subject, more studies are needed to investigate the KAP among radiographers in Tai'an City, China. This study endeavours to comprehensively investigate the KAP of RP among Radiographers in the Government Hospital in Tai'an City, aiming to explore correlations with various demographic and professional factors. A cross-sectional study was conducted on 230 radiographers working in Tai'An City, China, using an established questionnaire. The collected data underwent a rigorous analysis, employing frequency analysis, chi-square tests, and logistic regression. The study's insightful results revealed that 35.22% of the respondents demonstrated a commendable level of comprehensive RP knowledge, while 33.48% exhibited a positive attitude toward RP, and a noteworthy 53.91% adhered diligently to RP-related safety practices. It is worth highlighting that respondents with over ten years of service, higher education levels, and radiation safety training exhibited significantly higher scores in both knowledge and attitude domains. This underscores the importance of experience, education, and training in establishing a robust foundation for RP knowledge and cultivating a positive attitude towards radiation safety. In conclusion, the study asserts that myriad factors distinctly influence the KAP of RP among radiographers in the government hospital in Tai'an City. The recommendations from this research advocate for the implementation and fortification of training programs, heightened awareness campaigns regarding RP, the formulation of explicit guidelines and protocols, and the proactive promotion of professional development in radiation safety. Adopting these recommendations holds the potential to nurture a pervasive culture of radiation safety, thereby ultimately mitigating the risks posed by radiation to both medical personnel and patients undergoing imaging procedures. Keywords: Radiation protection; radiographers; KA