Rad 101
The agent at which the sense of right and wrong begun to develop
1-3 years of age
Intensifying screens will increase the density approximately by:
20%-40%
Rewarding early socialization and knowledge of time are characteristics of which age group?
3-12 years
The fastest growing age group is
85 and older
Radiograph density listed from least dense to most dense is
: Air, fat, muscle, bone
The use of cones and collimators will:
All the above
mAs is adjusted to control the:
Amount of X-rays produced
Computed radiography makes use of
An engine plate coated with photo-stimulatable phosphor
The characteristics of ethical behavior are
Fairness, honesty and integrity
Visibility of detail on a radiograph is:
Improved by a grid
If the mAs is increased by 30%, the film density will be:
Increased by 30%
A patient's attitude and reaction can be most critically be dealt with by
Informing the patient of the exam that he or she is receiving.
Contrast on a radiograph is possible only when the object being radio graphed has
Inherent difference on the atomic number of the object
When presented with information that indicates possible elder abuse:
Know the state law requirements governing elder abuse
It's now within the code of ethics for a technologist to
Own radiographic equipment for human use
intent of a code of ethics in the health care field is to
Provide moral and ethical options
A physician is required for
Requesting radiological service
Success in the medical profession most likely occurs when
Strong beliefs in the merits of the profession
A breach of confidentiality occurs when patients medical condition is
all of the above
Density of the radiograph is a function of
all of the above
Part of the fear of a life threatening disease of adults is
all of the above
Personal, ethical and professional obligation lies with
all of the above
When dealing with a problem concerning a patient's welfare ethical dealings involved is
all of the above
kVp
controls penetration quality of the bean, contrast and energy of the beam.
Standards of conduct are established to insure quality of care by
healthcare workers
Presented with information that indicates possible child abuse the radiographer should
know the state laws or protocols
The primary duty of the radiographer when caring for someone of a different culture is
respect
A way to gain the adolescent's cooperation is to
treat them like an adult
Safe, gentle handling will help counteract infant's fear of what two things
volume and loud noise
70% Patient's over the age of 85 are
women