TIMElimit time in room with radiation presentDISTANCEreduce amount of radiation exposure by moving as far from the source of radiation as possible. Inverse square law calculates exact reduction in radiation receivedSHIELDINGprotect yourself by wearing lead apparel, the lead will absorb most of scattered and secondary radiationALARAas low as reasonably achievable
-collimate, breathing instructions, check name, part positioning, pt. preparation, right film size