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5 Limitations
This study was limited by the number of participants included in the analysis . This process takes time , requires resources , and involves expert participation and a greater number of professionals involved in the practice to be able to extrapolate the findings to similar groups with the same characteristics . We expect that similar work will contribute to the perception of radiological risk in the future .
6 Conclusions
This study revealed how administrative controls could help when workers ’ feelings were considered .
Minimal adherence to radio protection norms was observed ; participants worked in various places , and some did not use protective elements on the job . These findings are useful and may help develop strategies to reduce the exposure risk .
The ALARA principle was barely acknowledged according to distance / time / shielding , with notable poor safety standards and lack of training among the participants .
Implementing training in healthcare institutions or academia considering a preventive approach for radiation use is necessary .
Acknowledgements The authors thank all participants .
Funding
This work was supported by the North Department of Santander [ grant number 753-2016 ]. The funder did not have any role in the design , analysis , or interpretation of the study .
Conflicts of Interest The authors declare that they have no conflict of interest .
Data availability statement
The data that support the findings of this study are available from the corresponding author upon reasonable request
Author contribution statement
All authors have read and agreed to the published version of the manuscript .
Ethics approval Ethical approval was not required .
Informed consent
Written informed consent was obtained from all participants . References
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