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Which anatomical slice orientation is defined as feet to head?
Which anatomical slice orientation is defined as feet to head?
- Oblique
- Coronal
- Axial (correct)
- Sagittal
What is the main difference between high contrast and low contrast in radiographs?
What is the main difference between high contrast and low contrast in radiographs?
- Low contrast enhances details better than high contrast.
- High contrast shows more subtle differences in densities.
- Low contrast has a narrower range of densities. (correct)
- High contrast results in a darker image overall.
Which term refers to a slice orientation that is from left to right or right to left in anatomy?
Which term refers to a slice orientation that is from left to right or right to left in anatomy?
- Coronal
- Oblique
- Transverse
- Sagittal (correct)
What does resolution in imaging refer to?
What does resolution in imaging refer to?
Why does a higher atomic number lead to more attenuation in radiographic imaging?
Why does a higher atomic number lead to more attenuation in radiographic imaging?
Why is it challenging to distinguish tissues with similar densities and thickness when subject contrast is low?
Why is it challenging to distinguish tissues with similar densities and thickness when subject contrast is low?
In radiographic imaging, which tissue would allow the least amount of X-ray penetration due to its density?
In radiographic imaging, which tissue would allow the least amount of X-ray penetration due to its density?
Why might it be necessary to administer a contrast agent when viewing tissues with low subject contrast?
Why might it be necessary to administer a contrast agent when viewing tissues with low subject contrast?
What is the primary difference between high contrast and low contrast in imaging?
What is the primary difference between high contrast and low contrast in imaging?
How does the density or atomic mass of tissues affect contrast in imaging?
How does the density or atomic mass of tissues affect contrast in imaging?
What does visual acuity measure in relation to anatomical viewing?
What does visual acuity measure in relation to anatomical viewing?
How does resolution impact the quality of images produced by devices?
How does resolution impact the quality of images produced by devices?
