Which principle is not part of the ALARA concept in radiation protection?

The ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principle aims to minimize radiation exposure to patients and healthcare workers by adhering to several key concepts. The focus is on reducing exposure to the lowest possible levels while still achieving the desired outcomes.

Maximizing patient exposure is contrary to the fundamental goal of the ALARA principle. Instead, the principles associated with ALARA are designed to ensure that radiation doses are kept to a minimum. These include minimizing the time spent near a radiation source, maximizing the distance from the source to reduce exposure, and using appropriate shielding to absorb or deflect radiation. Each of these strategies directly contributes to lowering the amount of radiation that patients and providers receive, promoting safety in medical imaging and other radiation-related procedures. Therefore, options that align with minimizing exposure, such as reducing time spent near radiation, increasing distance, and utilizing shielding, are essential components of the ALARA concept, while maximizing patient exposure does not align with these principles.