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A Geiger-Muller counter is a(n) _____.

A secondary barrier is designed to absorb _____ radiation

Optically stimulated luminescent (OSL) monitors are superior to the thermoluminescent dosimeters in that they are _____.

There is a safety feature installed on most digital detector systems that provides a guide to technologist that when using a  proper technique for image quality and patient dose will yield an optimal image called

Gas-filled radiation detectors are based on the _____.

The benefits of Image Intensification Fluoroscopy are: 1. Increased image brightness 2. Patient dose reduction 3.Time saving for radiologist 4. Less contrast usage for patients 5.Less Dose Creep 

The leakage radiation limit for x-ray tubes should be less than _____ mGy/hr at 1 meter from the tube housing.

The best way to keep radiation dose to the patient low is:

Reducing the field size to the anatomic features of interest not only reduces patient exposure but also

______ is the most common metal used as a filter in diagnostic radiology to remove soft x-rays from the polyenergetic/heterogeneous beam.