Which statement accurately reflects the placement of shielding in radiographic procedures?

Which statement accurately reflects the placement of shielding in radiographic procedures?

• A. Shielding should be placed between the patient and the source of radiation, and within the beam path
• B. Shielding should be placed between the patient and the source of radiation, but not within the beam path
• C. Shielding should be placed between the patient and the image intensifier, within the beam path
• D. Shielding should be placed between the patient and the image intensifier side, outside the beam path

Answer: (B)