Attitude of radiologic technologists towards potential work related health risks
Date of Completion
2015
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology
Keywords
Radiologic Technologists, Health Risks
Abstract
This study used the descriptive survey method of research. A total of 76 registered radiologic technologists working in selected hospital in Cavite participated in the study with ages 21 years old and above using purposive sampling technique. The instrument used to gather data in measuring the attitude is a self-made questionnaire whose content is based on books and related literatures about potential work related health risk such as musculoskeletal disorder, infectious diseases, stress and radiation risks. Data was analyzed through percentage frequency, mean, standard deviation, t-test and ANOVA. Results revealed that the overall attitude of the respondents towards potential work related health risk is positive. Majority of the respondents have positive attitude in terms of musculoskeletal disorder, infectious disease, and stress. The respondents have highly positive attitude in terms of radiation risks. There were no significant differences in the attitude of radiologic technologists towards potential work related health risks when they are grouped according age, gender and years of experience.
APA Citation
Azarcon, D. M., Destreza, H. A., Felizardo, Y. J., Jamir, R. K., & Olivera, N. (2015). Attitude of radiologic technologists towards potential work related health risks. [Bachelor's thesis, De La Salle Medical and Health Sciences Institute]. GreenPrints. https://greenprints.dlshsi.edu.ph/bsrt/22/