Xray Imaging
What Machine applies radiofrequency pulses which knocks atoms out of alignment with the human body providing detailed images of the patient anatomy.
MRI
Which form is used for a radiological request?
SF 519
what acronym is used to minimize the risk of radioactive exposure or other hazards?
ALARA
What are xrays?
They are electromagnetic rays that travel in a wave motion.
Which of the following is the fastest advancing technology in healthcare imaging.
digital imaging
What angle should the foot be dorsiflexed during a lateral foot?
90 degree
Film badges to monitor radiation should be at least how far from the tube head of the Xray machine.
At least 6 ft
What does ALARA stand for?
AS LOW AS REASONABLY ACHIEVABLE
What type of radiography uses a rotating xray unit to obtain slices of anatomy at different levels within the body?
CT Scans
Who is authorized to interpret dental xrays?
Dental officer
What year was XRAY first disovered?
1895
What measurement is used to measure xrays?
wavelength.
WHat is the nomenclature for the radiation health manual?
What is the correct peak kilovoltage setting for children?
70 kvp
Who discovered Xrays?
Wilhelm Roentgen
What are the walls of Xray rooms lined with to provide shielding to people outside the room?
Lead
What is the only type of xray that does not require a thyrod shield.
Panorex
In order to prevent overheating of the Xray head, how long should you wait in between exposures.
5 minutes
What is the most common Xray exam?
Chest Xray AP/lat
What is the most commonly used method of processing medical and dental radiographs in the navy?
Automatic processing