Percepção dos alunos de odontologia da universidade federal da paraíba acerca de proteção radiológica

Abstract

Objective: To evaluate the knowledge of students from the Dentistry graduation course of the Federal University of Paraíba, about radiological protection methods. Materials and Methods: A field research was carried out, with a descriptive content, quantitative approach and extensive direct observation. A total of 124 students participated in the study, who, after signing the Informed Consent Form, answered a questionnaire containing 10 questions regarding the means of radioprotection. Results: It was observed that most of the students stated that they were concerned about radioprotection and sought to obey the technique to avoid repetition. On the other hand, most are not aware of Ordinance n°453/98. Regarding professional protection, most chose the wall with lead protection and for patient protection the lead apron with thyroid protector. About the safe minimum distance, in the absence of a lead shield, most did not know how to respond. Conclusion: although most of the students did not have knowledge about Ordinance n°453/98, there was a predominance of students concerning about the consequences of exposure to ionizing radiation and considerable knowledge about the means that promote radiological protection.