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DA 160
Chapter 1, 11-14 Radiology
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Radiation | A form of energy carried by waves or a stream of particles |
| X-ray | Beam of energy that has the power to penetrate substances and record images shadows on photographic film or digital sensor |
| Radiology | The science or study of radiation as used in medicine; branch of study that deals with x-rays |
| Radiography | The art and science of making radiographs by the exposure of film to x-ray |
| Dental Radiographer | Person who positions, exposes, and processes dental x-ray image receptors |
| Cathode ray | A stream of high speed electrons that originates from the cathode in the x-ray tube |
| ALARA | As Low As Reasonably Achievable |
| PARQ | Discuss with patient the Procedures, Alternatives, Risk, Questions |
| Primary benefit | Detection of disease; detection of disease far outweigh the risk of small doses of radiation. Also minimizes pain & expense. |
| Interpersonal skills | Relationship between individuals |
| Communication | process where info is exchanges between 2 or more people |
| Facilitation skills | The act of making something easier; skills used to ease communication and develop a trusting relationship between dental professionals and patient |
| Verbal & Nonverbal | Verbal is speaking communication and nonverbal is the non speaking communication but with body language |
| Patient relations | Relationship between patients |
| Risk management | The policies & procedures that should be followed to reduce legal action from patient against dental professional |
| Disclosure | Informing the patient about particulars of radiology exposure |
| Self determination | Legal rights of an individual to make choices about the care of he or she receives; including the opportunity to consent or refuse |
| Informed consent | Consent given by a patient following complete disclosure about the particulars of a procedure |
| Malpractice liable | Improper or negligent conduct or treatment |
| Confidentiality | Private |
| Standard of Care | Overall quality of care that is provided by the dental office |
| Statue of Limitations | Period at which a patient can bring malpractice action against the dentist or other staff |
| Documentation | Paper work stating public or private info about patient or treatment ect |
| W.C Roentgen | Discovered x-rays in 1895 |
| Otto Walkhoff | 1st dental radiography; exposure time was 25 minutes. Now time is 1/10 of a sec. |
| Edmond Kells | 1st dental radiograph on live person in US; used own hands to place & hold films, which lead to cancer and loss of fingers then hand then arm |
| What is the importance of dental x-rays? | Diagnostic purposes, conditions can be detected that can not be seen by the eye. |
| Benefits of dental x-rays? | Detection of disease |
| Docimeter Badge | Aka film badge; detects high levels of radiation. Worn at waist level and never worn ourdoors |
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