Radiographers' professional knowledge regarding parameters and safety issues in plain radiography: a questionnaire...

Area of Science:

• Radiologic Technology
• Medical Education
• Professional Development

Background:

• Assessing radiographer knowledge is vital for ensuring quality patient care and safety.
• Understanding factors influencing this knowledge can inform targeted educational strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the current knowledge level of radiographers regarding technical and safety aspects of plain radiography.
• To identify sociodemographic and situational factors associated with radiographers' professional knowledge.

Main Methods:

• A questionnaire survey was administered to 120 radiographers.
• Data collected included sociodemographic information and knowledge assessment via multiple-choice questions.
• Statistical analyses were performed using univariate and multivariate models.

Main Results:

• Higher academic degrees, higher Grade Point Average (GPA), and prior refresher courses were significantly associated with increased knowledge scores.
• Academic workplace was also linked to higher knowledge in univariate analysis.
• Age, sex, time since graduation, and work experience did not correlate with knowledge levels.

Conclusions:

• Academic background is a strong predictor of a radiographer's knowledge in plain radiography.
• Refresher courses and regular knowledge assessments are recommended for continuous professional development.
• This study highlights the importance of academic achievement and ongoing education in maintaining radiographer expertise.