Radiographers’ Perspectives on Justification of Radiographic Procedure in Klang Valley

Hairenanorashikin Sharip; Nurul Azmina Farwizah Mohamad Amin; Nurul Saadiah Shamsuddin; Widya Mufida

doi:10.21834/e-bpj.v11i35.7663

Authors

Hairenanorashikin Sharip Faculty of Health Sciences, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UITM), Malaysia
Nurul Azmina Farwizah Mohamad Amin Faculty of Health Sciences, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UITM), Malaysia
Nurul Saadiah Shamsuddin Faculty of Health Sciences, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UITM), Malaysia
Widya Mufida Faculty of Health Sciences, ‘Aisyiyah University, Yogyakarta Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v11i35.7663

Keywords:

Justification, Radiographer, Medical Imaging

Abstract

Justification ensures that radiological examinations are clinically warranted and that benefits outweigh radiation risks and costs. This qualitative exploratory study examined how radiographers in private hospitals in the Klang Valley perceive and enact justification in practice. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with ten purposively selected radiographers and analysed thematically. Participants routinely checked clinical information, correlated indications with requested examinations and consulted referrers when doubt arose, but reported limited authority, inadequate referral details and workflow constraints. Strengthening policies, communication and digital referral systems could support safer, more patient-centred imaging.

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