A Research Thesis on Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice on Radiation Safety among nuclear medicine staff members in Service de medicine nuclear-CHU de Bab El Oued, Algiers, Algeria
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2025-04-14
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Addis Ababa University
Abstract
Background: Nuclear medicine staff members who involved in this study typically include a
variety of professionals who work together to perform diagnostic imaging and therapeutic
procedures using radiopharmaceuticals. Radiation safety is a critical aspect of the nuclear medicine
practice. It encompasses practices and protocols designed to protect patients, healthcare workers,
and the general public from the harmful effects of radiation exposure.
Objective: To Assess Knowledge, Attitude and Practice on radiation safety among nuclear
medicine staff members in Service de medicine nuclear-CHU de Bab El Oued Algiers,
Algeria,2024.
Methods and Materials: The survey was conducted as institution based cross sectional study,
using a structured questionnaire on nuclear medicine staff members in Service de medicine
nuclear-CHU de-Bab El Oued Algiers, Algeria. The study was conducted from August 2024 –
February 2025.
Result: In this study, a total of 48 participants were included in the analysis, resulting in a response
rate of 96%. While staff members generally possess a solid understanding and knowledge of
fundamental radiation safety principles but certain concerning findings emerged regarding their
attitudes and practices. Specifically, it was found that staff members with less than one year of
experience demonstrated a lower attitude score towards radiation safety with the level of
significance 0.010 (p<0.05). Additionally, study participants holding doctorate degrees shows
admirable knowledge levels and a positive attitude towards radiation safety; but, their practical
application was inadequate p-value of 0.016 (p<0.05).
Recommendations and Conclusion: This study discloses certain concerning trends regarding
their attitudes and practices. To address these, it’s recommended that nuclear medicine centers
implement ongoing professional training programs, particularly targeting newer staff members.
These short-term training sessions should deliver basic knowledges with emphasize on building
good attitude and believes on the importance of radiation safety. Interventions are also needed to
bridge the gap between theoretical understanding and practical implementation.
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nowledge, Attitude, Practice, KAP, Radiation Safety, Nuclear medicine staff