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RADT 196 Final Exam Questions andAnswers
Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen discovered x-ray by: - Answer -observing light emitted
from a chemical compound
Thomas Edison contributed greatly to the field of radiology by: - Answer -discovering
the use of calcium tungstate
The piezoelectric effect is when a voltage is produced by applying stress to a certain
type of crystal. This effect was discovered by: - Answer -Jacques and PIerre Curie
Roentgen discovered x-rays in: - Answer -1895
When discovered, x-ray use in medicine was: - Answer -immediately used in
diagnosis and therapy
William Goodspeed is noted for: - Answer -producing the first radiograph
The scientist who discovered x-rays did so while working with a: - Answer -a Crookes
tube
The harmful effects of x-rays was first noted by: - Answer -Edison's laboratory
assistant
The Hittorf tube: - Answer -was an early model of the Crookes tube
Who can initiate a request for a radiographic examination? - Answer -a physician (or
his/her designate)
Which of the following is a legitimate reason to order a radiologic exam? - Answer -
To diagnose a suspected disease
What instrument is used to monitor chest and heart sounds? - Answer -stethoscope
Who has the legal ability to cancel an imaging procedure after it is ordered on an
alert and competent patient? - Answer -the patient
What term is used to describe a disease that a patient develops after admission to a
hospital? - Answer -nosocomial infection
, Which of the following diseases/conditions would result in a patient being placed in
an isolation rom? - Answer -tuberculosis
According to the Patient's Bill of Rights, a patient has a right to expect all of the
following EXCEPT: - Answer -a discount on their hospital bill for being a cooperative
patient
Which of the following information is always required prior to performing any imaging
procedure on a patient? - Answer -Two patient identifiers
Which of the following principles should be followed to ensure proper body
mechanics when moving/transferring patients? - Answer -When working with a team
to move, always count or use a signal to initiate move.
Which of the following health-related professions is the largest and oldest
professional, other than a physician? - Answer -nurse
During a CT biopsy a tissue sample is removed from the lung. Which of the following
allied health professionals would be responsible for evaluating that tissue? - Answer -
cytotechnologist
Which allied health profession is growing due to the emerging technology in DNA
analysis? - Answer -Medical Technology
A 35 year old male is brought to the ER due to a car accident. He is critically injured.
On arrival to the ER, radiology is called for a chest x-ray. Which of the following
allied health professionals would be in the room to place an endotracheal tube in the
patient to assist his breathing? - Answer -respiratory therapist
Which of the following is one of the newest allied health professionals and has duties
such as: taking patient histories, physical examinations and patient education? -
Answer -Physician assistant
Which allied health professional is not routinely found in a hospital setting, but still
has an impact on an individual's health status? - Answer -dental hygienist
Because every health profession has their own specific technology, they should not
spend time educating other healthcare professionals on the new technology. - Answer
-False
A health professional who assists individuals in regaining daily living skills after an
illness or injury is known as a/an: - Answer -occupational therapist
Which of the following is the BEST reason for allied health professionals to work as a
team? - Answer -The patient will get more efficient and better quality care.
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