Assessment of the role of experience in shaping sustainability perceptions within radiography

IF 2.5 Q2 RADIOLOGY, NUCLEAR MEDICINE & MEDICAL IMAGING

Radiography Pub Date : 2024-11-15 DOI:10.1016/j.radi.2024.10.029

M. Rawashdeh , M.A. Ali , M. McEntee , M. El-Sayed , C. Saade , D. Kashabash , A. England

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Abstract

Introduction

Perceptions of environmental sustainability among radiographers can potentially be influenced by individual experiences and educational backgrounds. This study aims to investigate the perceptions and practices of radiographers regarding sustainability initiatives, emphasizing the significance of understanding their diverse experiences and backgrounds.

Methods

This was an online survey involving 104 radiographers from various regions worldwide to evaluate their training related to global warming, their perceptions of sustainability, current practices, and the barriers they face in implementing sustainability practices.

Results

Participants' knowledge regarding sustainability was significantly influenced by their social networks, including friends and family (χ² = 12.505, p = 0.004). Notable correlations were observed between years' of experience and the belief in pollution's contribution to climate change (χ² = 8.096,p = 0.038), as well as the perception of human activities as the primary cause of climate change (χ² = 22.68,p = 0.011). Furthermore, involvement in environmental protection initiatives (χ² = 19.268, p = 0.033) and the perception of local climate impacts (χ² = 22.478, p = 0.012) were positively correlated with experience. In the field of radiography, the adoption of energy-efficient practices (χ² = 10.482, p = 0.011) and the recycling of imaging waste (χ² = 25.778, p = 0.004) were significantly associated with levels of experience. Lastly, the barrier identified as “Lack of Authority to make change” also exhibited a significant relationship with years of experience (χ² = 9.449, p = 0.022).

Conclusion

This study indicates that staff experiences play a significant factor influencing sustainability engagement among radiographers. Barriers identified include financial constraints, insufficient leadership, safety concerns, and inadequate training.

Impact on practice

The current study highlights the essential requirement for customized strategies based on radiographers' experiences to improve sustainable practices in radiography. It acknowledges the impact of organizational barriers and suggests that progress toward a more sustainable future can be achieved through individual empowerment and collaboration within the healthcare sector.

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评估经验在形成放射学可持续发展观念方面的作用。

导言：放射技师对环境可持续性的看法可能会受到个人经历和教育背景的影响。本研究旨在调查放射技师对可持续发展倡议的看法和做法，强调了解他们不同经历和背景的重要性：这是一项在线调查，有来自全球不同地区的 104 名放射技师参加，目的是评估他们接受的与全球变暖有关的培训、他们对可持续发展的看法、目前的做法以及他们在实施可持续发展做法时面临的障碍：参与者对可持续发展的认识在很大程度上受其社交网络（包括朋友和家人）的影响（χ2 = 12.505，p = 0.004）。参与者的工作年限与认为污染会导致气候变化（χ2 = 8.096，p = 0.038），以及认为人类活动是导致气候变化的主要原因（χ2 = 22.68，p = 0.011）之间存在明显的相关性。此外，参与环境保护活动（χ2 = 19.268，p = 0.033）和对当地气候影响的认知（χ2 = 22.478，p = 0.012）与经验呈正相关。在放射摄影领域，采用节能做法（χ2 = 10.482，p = 0.011）和回收影像废物（χ2 = 25.778，p = 0.004）与经验水平显著相关。最后，"缺乏变革的权力 "这一障碍也与工作年限有明显关系（χ2 = 9.449，p = 0.022）：本研究表明，员工经验是影响放射技师参与可持续发展的重要因素。所发现的障碍包括财务限制、领导力不足、安全问题和培训不足：对实践的影响：当前的研究强调了根据放射技师的经验制定个性化策略的基本要求，以改善放射学的可持续实践。它承认了组织障碍的影响，并建议通过个人赋权和医疗保健行业内的合作，实现更可持续的未来。

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Radiography RADIOLOGY, NUCLEAR MEDICINE & MEDICAL IMAGING-

CiteScore

4.70

自引率

34.60%

发文量

169

审稿时长

63 days

期刊介绍： Radiography is an International, English language, peer-reviewed journal of diagnostic imaging and radiation therapy. Radiography is the official professional journal of the College of Radiographers and is published quarterly. Radiography aims to publish the highest quality material, both clinical and scientific, on all aspects of diagnostic imaging and radiation therapy and oncology.