RE: Release of I-131 Patients

[Susan Gawarecki <loc@icx.net>]

Mark Settles wrote:

> I remember an episode when we had an individual set off our "Exit" monitors
> on his way into the plant.  To make a long story, and a long investigation
> short, this individual had visited a local restaurant, used the
> "facilities", and left.  Further investigation revealed that one of the
> restaurant employees had received Iodine treatment and been released.  This
> individual was using the same restroom that the patrons were utilizing.

Now I'm curious beyond belief--how did the cross-contamination occur? 
Was it surficial or ingested?
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