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A patient is in the radiology department for an MRI procedure. Once the patient is placed into the MRI unit, the patient starts moving and tells the radiographer that they are feeling claustrophobic. The radiographer responds by saying, “You will need to stop moving or I will leave you in there until you are still.” This is an example of:

Regardless of whether your patient is an inpatient or an outpatient, one of the initial patient communications comes in the form of patient assessment.  Which of the following serve/s as patient assessment? Reading patient information in the patient’s chart Verbal communication with the patient Visual observation

An examination is ordered on a pediatric patient and the child will not stop moving during the procedure.  The radiographer tries her best to keep the child still; however, she is unsuccessful.  The radiographer decides to apply restraints on the patient in order to obtain a satisfactory image.  Which of the following would be required for the radiographer to immobilize the patient in this manner?

The term respondeat superior means the

Invasive and high risk procedures require:

Which of the following apply to individuals and cultures regarding values on age? Some individuals assign different values based on age. An upsurge in elder abuse denotes a sign of high regard of senior citizens. Some cultures note the contributions made by their elderly citizens.

Which of the following accurately describes the ARRT code of ethics? It is Part A of the Standards of Ethics It is Part B of the Standards of Ethics It includes the mandatory rules of acceptable professional conduct It is intended to be inspirational

How do budget deficits lead to trade deficits?

  What is the technical term for the association between plant roots and fungi?  [rootfungus] a.  lichens b.  mycobacteria c.  mycosis d.  mycorrhizae Do plants benefit from this association, and, if so, how?  [benefit] a.  No – the fungus is a parasite. b.  No – the fungus is commensal. c.  Yes – the fungus helps the plant do photosynthesis, better. d.  Yes – the fungus helps the plant gain nutrients and moisture.

What disease is caused by the agent shown in the above image? [disease] a.  AIDS b.  influenza c.  measles d.  mumps In which Domain does this agent belong? [domain] a.  Archaea b.  Bacteria c.  Eukarya d.  none