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study guide I
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Short wavelength with high frequency = | more energy |
| Long wavelength low frequency = | less energy |
| Primary radiation is | central beam that comes from the x-ray tube head. |
| It consist of high energy, short wavelength x-rays traveling in a straight line. It is the useful x-ray that produces the diagnostic image on the x-ray film. | Primary radiation |
| Secondary radiation is formed when | primary x-rays strike the patient or come in contact with matter. The waves become longer and lose their energy. |
| Scatter radiation | deflected off its path as it strikes matter. It is scattered in all directions. Operator must stand 6 ft. away or structural shielding and out of the path of the primary beam. |
| It is scattered in all directions. Operator must stand 6 ft. away or structural shielding and out of the path of the primary beam. | Scatter radiation |
| Leakage radiation | leaks out of the x-ray machine. Machine needs to be checked and should not be used. |
| What PPEs should be worn while taking x-rays? | Gloves, eyewear, and masks |
| Radiation is one type of | electromagnetic radiation |
| Before you seat the patient what do you need to do? | Explain, prepare the room, and review the patients medical history to confirm the number and types of x-rays the dentist has requested for diagnose. |
| 5 items that need barriers during x-ray procedure | Dental Chair, Headrest, x-ray units, dials, chair controls |
| 5 items that need barriers during x-ray procedure | The cone, tubehead, exposure buttons, extension arm, door knob, and pt. light. |
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