Before giving a patient a CT scan, a healthcare worker put on a type of PPE called a lead apron. A lead apron most likely protects the worker from exposure to

A lead apron is worn during imaging procedures to shield the body from some of the X-rays used in a CT scan. X-rays are a form of ionizing radiation, so the apron protects against radiation exposure. It does not primarily protect against biohazards, infectious disease, or punctures.

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