What
object being radiographed must be ____ to the recording surface
parallel
Used to decrease scatter radiation and increase the contrast on the radiograph
grids
radiation effects on the body may be ____ , occurring in future generations.
genetic
3 ways to minimize occupational exposure to radiation.
lead shielding, distance, using fast technique
assistant should verify that the __, ___, ___, ___ have been correctly recorded and note any changes since the patient’s last visit (4)
patient’s age, breed, gender, and reproductive status
Exposure techniques that use a ____ kVp produce more scatter radiation.
high
This device puts the grid in motion as the x-rays are generated, blurring the white grid lines on the radiograph.
Bucky
radiosensitive body parts (3)
Thyroid gland, intestinal epithelium, and lens of the eye
A good radiation control program consists of (7)
safe x-ray equipment, low-exposure techniques, use of positioning aids, proper measuring of patients, proper positioning methods Shielding, monitoring personal radiation exposure
the main reason why the client has sought veterinary care for the animal.
The presenting complaint
The collimator in the x-ray tube head is used to limit the size of the primary beam, thus reducing ____
scatter radiation.
Exposure time involves how long the _____ are released to allow for an x-ray image to be produced.
electrons
can result from excessive, chronic, low-level radiation exposure.
Radiodermatitis (reddened, dry skin)
key to successful history taking
Communication
Patients are evaluated using a combination of methods including L: (4)
inspection, palpation, auscultation, and percussion
The main difference between a portable radiograph & a stationary radiograph machine:
is that the portable machine’s tube & console are in 1 transportable box
type of crystals in x ray film
silver halide crystals
units are used to express the dose equivalent that results from exposure to ionizing radiation.
Rem
the foundations on which sound medical and nursing interventions are based
A patient’s history and physical examination
Respiratory sinus arrhythmia is common in ___ but uncommon in ___
dogs, cats
generally used for gastrointestinal (GI) studies (e.g., barium studies, gastrograms, upper GI studies), angiography (cardiac catheterizations), and myelography
Fluoroscopy
Radiation may have ____ effects
carcinogenic
records radiation exposure and should be worn on the outside of the lead gown
Dosimetry badge
helps guide the diagnostic plan
The initial medical history
may indicate an arrhythmia if pulse does not match heart rate
A pulse deficit (a difference in the number of heartbeats and pulse beats)