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(16) On any randomly selected patient image, verify that displayed and/or printed images contain the correctinstitution name and address, unit number (if there is more than one on the site), patient name, patient IDnumber, radiographer’s initials, projection, laterality, and technique factors, and that the time of imageacquisition and the date are correct (note that after software upgrades, the stored time zone or other data mayhave inadvertently been changed and be incorrect). This can be accomplished by looking at the informationincluded with the image on the review workstation, by inspecting printed films, if available, or by looking atthe contents of the DICOM header of an image with appropriate analysis software. Record that the values ofdisplayed information are complete or note necessary changes on the unit assembly evaluation chart (Chart 1in Annex II).(17) Record a ‘pass’ or ‘fail’ of each inspection item on the data collection chart.8.2.1.4. Recommendations and corrective action(1) Room temperature should be in the range recommended by the manufacturer. If the radiographer indicatesthat the temperature sometimes falls outside this range, a monitoring programme should be established toprevent premature failure of the equipment.(2) The digital mammography unit must be safely installed and must present no undue hazards.(3) Items that are hazardous or inoperative, or that operate improperly should be repaired by appropriate servicepersonnel.8.2.1.5. Time frame for corrective action(1) If the room temperature is not in the range recommended by the manufacturer, the heating/ventilating/airconditioning service personnel should be called immediately.(2) For all items in Section 8.2.1.3 except items 5 and 7, corrective action must be taken immediately, before anyfurther patients are imaged. For items 5 and 7, corrective action must be taken within 30 days of the test date.83