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In mammography, the average dose to each breast per view is:

The major components of a CT system include: Gantry Patient table Computer and operator’s console

In nuclear medicine, “cold spots” are:

In nuclear medicine, “hot spots” are:

In the following linear tomography diagram, the exposure angle is represented by: Question 31.jpg

The spin-lattice relaxation time in MRI, when the protons release their excess energy into the environment is labeled as:

During a tomographic study, if the fulcrum setting is changed from 5 cm to 9 cm with the exposure angle remaining the same for both exposures, which of the following will result? Different cut level Thicker cut Improved resolution

In the following linear tomography diagram, the tomographic amplitude is represented by: Question 31(1).jpg

Which of the following are true in regards to the use of compression in mammography? It reduces patient motion It applies 25-45 pounds of force It provides uniform part thickness

CASE STUDY  The nurse is caring for the client who collapsed after playing football on a very hot and sunny day. The client’s lab values are as follows: Sodium 152 mEq/L Potassium 3.0 mEq/L  Glucose 108 mg/dL BUN 24 (Normal 7-20 mg/dL) _______________________________ QUESTION The nurse would expect which of the following additional laboratory findings based upon the client’s fluid volume status? Select all that apply there are 3 correct answers.