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You have completed the Grid/Non-Grid mAs variable technique chart for the canine/feline abdomen. The grid ratio for your machine is 16:1. On your abdominal technique chart, a 7 cm sample patient would have a kVp of 54 and an mAs of 5.0.  Given this information, what would be the mAs for your Grid/Non-Grid mAs variable technique chart for thorax? You are NOT required to show your work to receive full credit.   Grid ratio table for mAs variable technique chart: 5:1 grid x2 6:1 grid x2 -3 8:1 grid x3-4 12:1 grid x4-5 16:1 grid x5-6 Grid ratio table for kVp variable technique chart.

You have completed the Grid/Non-Grid mAs variable technique chart for the canine/feline abdomen. The grid ratio for your machine is 16:1. On your abdominal technique chart, a 5cm patient would have a kVp of 50 and an mAs of 5.0. Given this information, what would be the mAs for your Grid/Non-Grid mAs variable technique chart for bone/skull? You are NOT required to show your work to receive full credit.   Grid ratio table for mAs variable technique chart: Grid ratio mAs 5:1 x2 6:1 x2-3 8:1 x3-4 12:1 x4-5 16:1 x5-6 Grid ratio table for kVp variable technique chart.

Select the area in the image which is best described as hyperechoic. Choose A, B, C, or D. Use the image below to help you answer this question. 

Technique chart questions!

Which of these imaging technologies would be best for imaging bones, organs, and trauma?

I want to image the stifle of a dog. I position the dog as shown in the image below. What is the name of the view I am taking?

Select the imaging technology or technologies which require the use of x-rays (ionizing radiation) to produce an image. Select all answers that apply.

Select the landmarks you will use for collimation for a radiograph of the lateral thorax. Select all answers that apply!

The image shown below is created using MRI. The skin and fat are shown in white while the organs and fluids are shown as dark grey and black. This image is an example of which of the following types of images?

You are taking a VD view of the canine abdomen. Which of the following landmarks is most appropriate for you to use to include the cranial abdomen in your image?