Test Frequency for REPEAT ANALYSIS
Semiannually (review rejected films immediately for corrective action)
Standard for REPEAT ANALYSIS
None but goal should be less than 5% repeat
rate
While it is required that a facility calculate its repeat
rate at least semiannually, the repeat analysis is what?
an ongoing process.
While it is required that a facility calculate its repeat
rate at least WHAT, the repeat analysis is an
ongoing process.
at least semiannually
Every time a film must be repeated, a review of why it was necessary to
repeat the x-ray should be conducted. The reason for the repeat should
be documented, then, HOW MANY TIMES IN A YEAR, the repeat rate is calculated.
twice a year
IN REPEAT ANALYSIS, By WHAT reviewing the documented reasons why films are repeated,
trends or frequent errors can be determined and steps can be taken to
correct the errors.
periodically
Every time a film must be repeated, a review of why it was necessary to
repeat the x-ray should be conducted. The reason for the repeat should
be documented, then, twice a year, the repeat rate is WHAT?
calculated
IN REPAET ANALYSIS, By
periodically reviewing the documented reasons why films are repeated,
WHAT can be determined and steps can be taken to
correct the errors
trends or frequent errors
IN REPEAT ANALYSIS, By
periodically reviewing the documented reasons why films are repeated,
trends or frequent errors can be determined and steps can be taken to
correct the WHAT
correct the errors
A carefully carried out repeat analysis will ensure quality radiographs by
reducing the number of clinical films that are repeated. This analysis will
help to identify ways WHAT??
A carefully carried out repeat analysis will ensure WHAT that are repeated.
ensure quality radiographs by
reducing the number of clinical films that are repeated
Reasons for repeats are usually divided into three major categories:
1.EQUIPMENT including, but not limited to, inaccurate kVp, mA etc., light
field/x-ray field misalignment, darkroom fog, and processor problems.
2. PATIENT including, but not limited to, motion, breathing, jewelry or
other foreign objects, and other body parts overlapping area of interest.
3. X-RAY PERSONNEL ERROR including, but not limited to, improperly
set techniques (kVp, etc.), improper collimation, improper positioning, and
poor film handling
A carefully carried out repeat analysis will ensure quality radiographs by
reducing the number of clinical films that are repeated. This analysis will
help to identify ways to reduce both costs (wasted film and processor
chemicals and wear on the equipment) and unnecessary radiation
exposure and inconvenience to the patient. The facility should work
towards a repeat rate of less than HOW MANY PERCENT?
a repeat rate of less than five percent.
IN REPEAT ANALYSIS, In order to reduce repeats, it is necessary to know what THAT are being repeated and why.
(chest, abdomen, etc.) and projections (AP, lateral, etc.)
WHAT is important IN REPEAT ANALYSIS.
Immediate analysis is important
IN REPEAT ANALYSIS, The problems can then be addressed more
efficiently. The analysis will demonstrate the WHAT?
The analysis will demonstrate the strengths and weaknesses of the x-ray operation
IN REPEAT ANALYSIS, WHAT is a valuable QA improvement tool.
The data from the repeat analysis
IN REPEAT ANALYSIS, The data from the repeat analysis is a WHAT?
a valuable QA improvement tool.
IN REPEAT ANALYSIS,
While some are computerized, most usually consist of WHAT that are placed
on the films at the time of rejection indicating the reason.
labels
VERY IMPORTANT NOTE IN REPEAT ANALYSIS
ALL SUBSTANDARD FILMS SHOULD BE IMMEDIATELY
ANALYZED FOR THE CAUSE OF THE REPEAT AND LOGGED ON
THE REPEAT ANALYSIS FORM. THE DATA ARE USED TO
CALCULATE THE REPEAT RATE
IN REPEAT ANALYSIS,
These systems can be beneficial especially for facilities with a WHAT
a high volume
IN REPEAT ANALYSIS, WHAT is usually provided to tabulate results
A chart(s)
IN REPEAT ANALYSIS,
Repeat analysis should be designed to accurately evaluate the WHAT THAT ARE being produced by the facility.
type of radiographs
IN REPEAT ANALYSIS, Analyzing repeated films/exposures:
1. Review each exposure carefully as it is completed.
2. If any exposure needs to be repeated, the reason should be documented
WHAT?
should be documented
on the Repeat Analysis Form or what ever tracking system the facility is using