Which practice helps reduce time exposed to radiation and improves operator safety?

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Minimizing the need to retake a radiograph directly reduces the total time and amount of radiation exposure for both the patient and the operator. Each exposure adds to the cumulative dose, and repeats produce additional scatter and longer time in the room. By getting image quality right on the first try—using proper technique, correct exposure factors, stable positioning, and reliable equipment—the amount of radiation exposure is kept as low as reasonably achievable. This approach embodies safer practice by cutting down exposure opportunities and reducing the time the operator is near the beam. Conversely, increasing the number of radiographs, using higher radiation, or skipping PPE would raise exposure and compromise safety.