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What characterizes the anatomical position?
What characterizes the anatomical position?
- Feet apart and turned outward
- Arms raised above the head
- Upright with palms facing backward
- Upright with arms at the side and palms forward (correct)
Which function is NOT part of a radiographic examination?
Which function is NOT part of a radiographic examination?
- Application of radiation protection measures
- Positioning of body part and alignment
- Selection of exposure factors
- Assessment of patient medical history (correct)
What is indicated by the term 'divergence' in x-ray beams?
What is indicated by the term 'divergence' in x-ray beams?
- The beam's intensity remains constant
- The beam is focused on a single point
- The beam spreads out from the source (correct)
- The beam travels in a straight line without spreading
In which method is the processing of the Imaging Receptor (IR) performed digitally?
In which method is the processing of the Imaging Receptor (IR) performed digitally?
Which of the following does NOT involve instructions to the patient during a radiographic examination?
Which of the following does NOT involve instructions to the patient during a radiographic examination?
Flashcards
X-ray beam divergence
X-ray beam divergence
The spreading of an x-ray beam as it travels away from the source.
Radiographic examination functions
Radiographic examination functions
The steps involved in taking an X-ray, including positioning, radiation safety, exposure settings, patient instructions, and image processing.
Anatomical Position
Anatomical Position
A standard way to describe body parts and positions, standing upright, arms by side, palms forward.
Radiographic Image Processing
Radiographic Image Processing
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Exposure Factors
Exposure Factors
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Study Notes
Radiographic Examination Functions
- Radiographic examinations have 5 general functions
- Positioning body parts and aligning with IR and CR
- Applying radiation protection measures
- Selecting exposure factors
- Instructions to the patient regarding breathing and x-ray initiation
- Processing the image
Image Processing
- Film-based images use chemical processing (analog)
- Computer-based images use digital processing (digital)
Anatomical Position
- Anatomical position is a reference position
- Defines specific body surfaces and planes
- The body is upright
- Arms are slightly abducted (away from body), hands by side, palms forward
- Head and feet are together, directed forward
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