Which three methods can be employed to minimize patient radiation exposure during pediatric procedures?

Minimizing radiation exposure during pediatric procedures is crucial, and gaining cooperation from the patient is one of the most effective methods. When a child is calm and follows instructions, the likelihood of movement during the procedure is significantly reduced. This results in clearer images and often allows for lower radiation doses, as fewer repeat exposures are necessary due to motion artifacts.

Ensuring that the child understands what to expect also fosters a more efficient process, further optimizing the balance between obtaining quality diagnostic images and maintaining patient safety. This emphasis on cooperation also aligns with best practices in pediatric imaging, where patient engagement can enhance compliance and reduce anxiety, leading to a more successful examination.

In contrast, high milliampere settings and prolonged exposure times may increase radiation dose rather than mitigate it, and while immobilization is important, it is not as integral to minimizing exposure as effective communication and cooperation with the child.