Name three radiation-protective measures commonly used in radiography.

• A. Lead shielding, proper collimation, and maintaining distance from the primary beam
• B. Applying higher kVp and mAs
• C. Gonadal shielding, aprons, and gloves
• D. Digital processing and improved contrast

Answer: (C)

The main idea is that protecting people from radiation in radiography relies on shielding and personal protective equipment. Gonadal shielding, a lead apron, and lead gloves are classic, direct ways to reduce dose to sensitive tissues. Gonadal shielding lowers the exposure to reproductive organs when imaging areas nearby the pelvis or abdomen. A lead apron provides a broad barrier for the torso, attenuating scatter and secondary radiation that would otherwise reach internal organs. Lead gloves protect the hands, which are often near the field or in contact with the patient and equipment, reducing occupational exposure to the hands. These items are routinely used in practice to keep exposure as low as reasonably achievable. While other protective strategies exist—such as proper collimation or using technique that lowers dose—they are technique controls, whereas this trio represents concrete protective gear commonly employed for shielding.