A Student Sonographer Notices That the TGC Curve Is Lengthening

question 7

Multiple Choice

A student sonographer notices that the TGC curve is lengthening and shortening rapidly. What is the probable cause of this?

• A) Equipment malfunction
• B) Back and forth manipulation of the TGC control
• C) Too high a setting on the frequency control
• D) Rapid patient breathing

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