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Chapter 8: Medical Imaging Equipment 1. Which component of the x-ray tube produces the x-rays? A. Cathode B. Anode C. Glass envelope D. Collimator Answer: B Rationale: The anode (B) is the component of the x-ray tube where electrons from the cathode strike, producing x-rays through the process of bremsstrahlung and characteristic interactions. DIF: Knowledge TOP: X-ray Tube Components MSC: Radiographic Equipment 2. The primary function of the cathode in the x-ray tube is to: A. Pro...

ARRT Practice Exam Questions And Answers Latest Top Score. M/C: Which of the following are true for an AP coccyx projection? 1. 15 degree cephalic angle. 2. 10 degree caudal angle 3. center 2 inches superior to the pubic symphysis - correct answer. 2 and 3 More windings on the primary side of the transformer will create ____ voltage on the secondary side. - correct answer. less In the construction of a radiographic grid, what defines the grid ratio? - correct answe...

- A radiation worker accidentally receives 10 Sv full-body X-radiation dose. How many rads did he receive? A. 1 B. 10 C. 50 D. 1,000 - The optical density that would result if an unexposed film were processed through the fixer, washer, and dryer, WITHOUT FIRST PASSING through the DEVELOPER is termed: A. base density B. base plus fog density C. mid density D. density difference -Processor sensitometer/densitometer evaluation -Tank level check, clean-up film, cleaning of crossover rol...

The design limits for a controlled area are based on the: correct answersB.) Annual recommended dose limit for an occupational worker. Pertaining to the radiation exposure contours for this fluoroscopic unit, which number corresponds to the region receiving the highest exposure? correct answersB.) Number 2 The radiation exposure which is received by the operator of the equipment standing at position number 1 is substantially reduced by the use of: 1.) A stationary radiographic grid 2.) A...

Limited Scope of Radiography Practice Exam - Questions with Verified Answers What statements are correct regarding the link between radiation and genetic effects? The link has been demonstrated in animal studies Increased risk to humans cannot be predicted with respect to an individual. The changes in kilovoltage (kVp) will result in the greatest reduction of patient dose, when milliampere-seconds (mAs) is adjusted to compensate for the change Increase kVp by 30% The following image receptor (...

Comprehensive NCLEX NGN Practice Questions for FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING A Guide to Critical Thinking and Clinical JudgmentA Guide to Critical Thinking and Clinical Judgment Table of Contents: 1. Introduction o Overview of Next Generation NCLEX (NGN) o Purpose of the eBook o How to Use This eBook for Effective Study o Key Concepts in Fundamentals of Nursing 2. Chapter 1: Nursing Assessment and Patient Safety o Case Study: Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) Management o Extended Multiple Respon...

How far away must the operator stand from the xray tube if not covered with lead? - Answer :3 meters Quiz :90% of man made radiation to the population is related to? - Answer :Medical Radiography and Dental Quiz :For each peak xray voltage, what lead equivalent is required? 100kV or less (o-100) Between 101kV-149kV 150kV or greater (150+) - Answer :0-100kV = 0.25mm of lead Greater than 100kV but less then 150kV = 0.35mm of lead 150kV or greater = 0.50mm of lead Quiz :What protective eq...

A case in which the injured person caused some of the injury is called: - ️️contributory negligence A CCD may be used in the television system instead of what device(s)? - ️️vidicon and plumbicon tubes A clinical history can be a significant factor in the formulation of an x-ray technique because: 1. centimeter measurements may be misleading. 2. pathology may affect the absorption of x radiation. 3. contrast and density limitations are often the result of pathologic conditions. - ...

Kettering Practice Questions and Answers Latest Version | 2024/2025 | Graded A+ Where will the greatest dose savings be realized with increasing levels of beam filtration? Options: - Tissues struck by the beam initially - Midline tissues - Tissues at the exit surface of the patient - Patient's gonads Correct answer: Tissues struck by the beam initially Which barium/air-filled anatomic structure is best demonstrated in the LAO position? Options: - Ileocecal valve -...

M/C: Which of the following are true for an AP coccyx projection? 1. 15 degree cephalic angle. 2. 10 degree caudal angle 3. center 2 inches superior to the pubic symphysis - ANS 2 and 3 More windings on the primary side of the transformer will create ____ voltage on the secondary side. - ANS less In the construction of a radiographic grid, what defines the grid ratio? - ANS height of lead strips compared to the distance between them What positioning techniq...