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What is the maximum permissible annual radiation dose for a dental auxiliary/employee?
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Correct answer: A. 50 mSv/year
The NCRP sets the annual occupational dose limit at 50 mSv (5 rem) per year for radiation workers.
- A. ✅ CORRECT – 50 mSv/year is the NCRP annual occupational effective dose limit.
- B. ❌ 5 mSv/year is for declared pregnant workers.
- C. ❌ 100 mSv is the threshold for deterministic effects, not the annual limit.
- D. ❌ 1 mSv/year is the public (non-occupational) limit.
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