The Two Major Factors That Affect the Amount of Scatter

question 33

Multiple Choice

The two major factors that affect the amount of scatter radiation produced and exiting the patient are

• A) kVp and mAs
• B) volume of tissue irradiated and mAs
• C) volume of tissue irradiated and kVp
• D) kVp and the use of a grid

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Definitions:

Piagetian Stage

Refers to the phases in Jean Piaget's theory of cognitive development, outlining how children's understanding of the world changes as they grow.

Egocentric

Having or regarding the self as the center of all things, often incapable of fully understanding or acknowledging the perspectives of others.

Preoperational

A stage in Jean Piaget's theory of cognitive development, typically from ages 2 to 7, where children start to use language and symbols but do not yet understand concrete logic or the principle of conservation.

Piaget

Refers to Jean Piaget, a Swiss psychologist known for his pioneering work in child development and cognitive theory.