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Which organization recommends a number of annual tests for dental x-ray machines?
Which organization recommends a number of annual tests for dental x-ray machines?
- American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA)
- American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology (AAOMR) (correct)
- American Association of Orthodontists (AAO)
- American Dental Association (ADA)
What is the purpose of a quality assurance plan in a dental office?
What is the purpose of a quality assurance plan in a dental office?
- To administer quality control tests on viewing equipment
- To ensure proper calibration of dental x-ray equipment (correct)
- To monitor the expiration date of dental x-ray film
- To protect dental x-ray machines from radiation exposure
How can you determine if a dental x-ray film is fresh and properly stored?
How can you determine if a dental x-ray film is fresh and properly stored?
- Check the expiration date on the film box
- Check for a clear film with a slight blue tint (correct)
- Check the film for any signs of damage
- Check for fogged film
Which term is used to describe the appearance of a radiolucent lesion that exhibits one compartment?
Which term is used to describe the appearance of a radiolucent lesion that exhibits one compartment?
What term is used to describe the appearance of a radiolucent lesion with ill-defined or irregular margins?
What term is used to describe the appearance of a radiolucent lesion with ill-defined or irregular margins?
What term refers to a lesion that exhibits multiple radiolucent compartments that resemble soap bubbles?
What term refers to a lesion that exhibits multiple radiolucent compartments that resemble soap bubbles?
What term refers to the area around the apex of a tooth?
What term refers to the area around the apex of a tooth?
Which device is used to test the strength of the developer solution?
Which device is used to test the strength of the developer solution?
What should be done if the density seen on the daily radiograph differs from that on the standard radiograph by more than two steps on the step wedge?
What should be done if the density seen on the daily radiograph differs from that on the standard radiograph by more than two steps on the step wedge?
What does the clearing test monitor?
What does the clearing test monitor?
What should be done if the film does not completely clear in 3 to 4 minutes during the clearing test?
What should be done if the film does not completely clear in 3 to 4 minutes during the clearing test?
Which of the following is the correct procedure for the Screen-film Contact Test?
Which of the following is the correct procedure for the Screen-film Contact Test?
Which of the following terms describes a radiopaque lesion that appears as multiple radiopacities that appear to overlap or flow together?
Which of the following terms describes a radiopaque lesion that appears as multiple radiopacities that appear to overlap or flow together?
What should be done if the wire mesh image seen on the film in the Screen-film Contact Test exhibits varying densities?
What should be done if the wire mesh image seen on the film in the Screen-film Contact Test exhibits varying densities?
Which of the following terms describes a radiopaque lesion that exhibits both radiopaque and radiolucent components?
Which of the following terms describes a radiopaque lesion that exhibits both radiopaque and radiolucent components?
Which of the following is the correct procedure for the Light Leak Test?
Which of the following is the correct procedure for the Light Leak Test?
Which of the following terms describes a radiopaque lesion that appears as a well-defined, radiopaque area located in soft tissue?
Which of the following terms describes a radiopaque lesion that appears as a well-defined, radiopaque area located in soft tissue?
What should be done if the unexposed film does not appear clear and dry in the Automatic Processor Test?
What should be done if the unexposed film does not appear clear and dry in the Automatic Processor Test?
Which of the following terms describes a radiopaque lesion that is a well-defined, localized radiopaque lesion on a dental image?
Which of the following terms describes a radiopaque lesion that is a well-defined, localized radiopaque lesion on a dental image?
Which one of the following best describes the role of the dental radiographer in image interpretation?
Which one of the following best describes the role of the dental radiographer in image interpretation?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the dental radiographer in image interpretation?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the dental radiographer in image interpretation?
What is the difference between interpretation and diagnosis in the dental setting?
What is the difference between interpretation and diagnosis in the dental setting?
When should dental images ideally be reviewed and interpreted?
When should dental images ideally be reviewed and interpreted?
Flashcards
ADA X-ray Machine Testing
ADA X-ray Machine Testing
The American Dental Association recommends annual checks for dental x-ray machines.
Quality Assurance Plan (Dental X-ray)
Quality Assurance Plan (Dental X-ray)
A plan to ensure dental x-ray equipment works correctly and produces high-quality images.
X-ray Film Freshness
X-ray Film Freshness
Check expiration date and storage conditions to ensure film is fresh.
Unilocular Radiolucent Lesion
Unilocular Radiolucent Lesion
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Multilocular Radiolucent Lesion
Multilocular Radiolucent Lesion
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Ill-defined Radiolucent Lesion
Ill-defined Radiolucent Lesion
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Periapical Area
Periapical Area
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Developer Solution Test
Developer Solution Test
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Daily Radiograph Density Adjustment
Daily Radiograph Density Adjustment
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Clearing Test (Fixer)
Clearing Test (Fixer)
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Screen-Film Contact Test
Screen-Film Contact Test
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Scalloped Radiopaque Lesion
Scalloped Radiopaque Lesion
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Mixed Radiopaque Lesion
Mixed Radiopaque Lesion
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Well-Defined Radiopaque Lesion
Well-Defined Radiopaque Lesion
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Periapical Radiopaque Lesion
Periapical Radiopaque Lesion
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Light Leak Test
Light Leak Test
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Automatic Processor Test
Automatic Processor Test
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Dental Radiographer's Role (Interpretation)
Dental Radiographer's Role (Interpretation)
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Study Notes
Dental Radiography Quality Assurance
- The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends annual tests for dental x-ray machines.
Quality Assurance Plan
- A quality assurance plan in a dental office ensures that dental x-ray equipment is functioning properly and producing high-quality images.
Dental X-ray Film Storage
- To determine if a dental x-ray film is fresh and properly stored, check the expiration date and storage conditions.
Radiolucent Lesion Appearance
- A unilocular radiolucent lesion exhibits one compartment.
- A multilocular radiolucent lesion exhibits multiple compartments that resemble soap bubbles.
- A radiolucent lesion with ill-defined or irregular margins is described as "hazy" or "ill-defined".
Tooth Apex
- The area around the apex of a tooth is called the periapical area.
Developer Solution Strength Test
- A sensitometer is used to test the strength of the developer solution.
Daily Radiograph Density
- If the density seen on the daily radiograph differs from that on the standard radiograph by more than two steps on the step wedge, adjust the x-ray machine or processing technique.
Clearing Test
- The clearing test monitors the effectiveness of the fixer solution.
- If the film does not completely clear in 3 to 4 minutes during the clearing test, adjust the fixer solution or processing technique.
Screen-film Contact Test
- The correct procedure for the Screen-film Contact Test involves placing a wire mesh over the film and exposing it to x-rays; the resulting image should show a uniform pattern.
Radiopaque Lesion Appearance
- A radiopaque lesion that appears as multiple radiopacities that overlap or flow together is described as "scalloped" or "wavy".
- A radiopaque lesion that exhibits both radiopaque and radiolucent components is described as "mixed".
- A radiopaque lesion that appears as a well-defined, radiopaque area located in soft tissue is described as "radiopaque".
- A radiopaque lesion that is a well-defined, localized radiopaque lesion on a dental image is described as "periapical".
Light Leak Test
- The correct procedure for the Light Leak Test involves placing a film in a light-tight box and exposing it to a light source; the resulting image should show no evidence of light leaks.
Automatic Processor Test
- If the unexposed film does not appear clear and dry in the Automatic Processor Test, adjust the processor or processing technique.
Dental Radiographer Role
- The dental radiographer's role in image interpretation is to identify abnormalities and provide a preliminary interpretation, but not to make a diagnosis.
- The dental radiographer is not responsible for making a diagnosis, but rather for providing a preliminary interpretation.
- Interpretation involves identifying abnormalities, while diagnosis involves determining the cause of the abnormality.
- Dental images should ideally be reviewed and interpreted immediately after exposure.
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