MAY 2017 Sub. Code: 4034
M.Sc. MEDICAL PHYSICS EXAMS
SECOND YEAR
PAPER IV RADIATION SAFETY
Q.P. Code: 284034
Time Three hours Maximum 100 Marks
I. Elaborate on: x 20 40)
1. Safe work practice in radiotherapy especially teletherapy and brachytherapy unit.
2. Write about barrier shielding design and safety specifications in radiotherapy unit
with suitable diagram.
II. Write notes on: (10 x 6 60)
1. Source of radiation.
2. Deterministic effects.
3. TLD Badge.
4. Responsibilities of RSO in diagnostic radiology.
5. Effective dose limits.
6. Safety specification for diagnostic X-ray units.
7. Methods of radiation control.
8. ALARA.
9. Pocket dosimeter.
10. Area monitoring or radiation survey methods.