The Breasts Are Compressed During a Mammography Because Doing So

question 5

Multiple Choice

The breasts are compressed during a mammography because doing so:

• A) breaks apart any small tumors that may be present
• B) is more comfortable for the patient
• C) requires less radiation to be used
• D) eliminates the need to use radiation

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A set of symbolic actions performed in a prescribed order, often associated with religious or cultural traditions.

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Emile Durkheim, a foundational French sociologist, is known for his works on social solidarity, collective conscience, and the role of social integration in maintaining societal order.