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Which of the following would reduce patient dose during fluoroscopy ? 1. pulsed progressive fluoro 2. fluoro timer 3. small FOV

Which of the following types of adult tissue is (are) relatively  insensitive to effects of ionizing radiation?      1.Epithelial tissue     2. Nerve tissue     3. Muscle tissue

A vasodilator would most likely be used for:

What is the intensity of scattered radiation perpendicular to and 1 m from the patient, compared to the useful beam at the patient’s surface?

Which part of the image intensifier converts light to electrons?

Using the PA projection, which of the following tube angle and direction combinations is correct for an axial projection of the clavicle?

A minimum total amount of aluminum filtration (inherent plus added) of 2.5 mm is required in equipment operated

Characteristics of x-ray photons include    1.  a penetrating effect on all matter    2.  an ionizing effect on air    3.  travelling at the speed of sound

In the posterior oblique projection of the pelvis – Judet method, placing the affected side down will demonstrate:      (1) Anterior acetabular rim      (2) Posterior acetabular rim      (3) Posterior ilioischial column

An acceptable image is produced using 72 kVp, 5 mAs, no grid, and 40-inch SID. If the image is repeated using a 12:1 grid, ________ mAs would be needed to maintain receptor exposure.