It may be necessary to further evaluate the selected categories (i.e., over- or
underexposed films) and the underlying cause (i.e., radiographic equipment, processing,
technique charts). If repeats appear to be related to an individual radiographer,
care should be taken to address the problem in an educational manner.
Particular care should be taken to make repeat rate analysis a learning experience,
not a disciplinary one. Any area showing significant repeat rates is an indication
of the need for continuing education or review by the facility staff. When performing
repeat rate analysis, the number of unnecessary repeats also needs to be
addressed.