Which of the following statements about lead shielding is correct?

• A. Lead shielding should be placed between the patient and the source of radiation, but not within the path of the beam that originates from the x-ray tube
• B. Lead shielding should be placed between the patient and the target organ only
• C. Lead shielding should be placed behind the operating table away from the patient
• D. Lead shielding should be placed only on imaging equipment that uses fluoroscopy

Answer: (A)