What Would Be an External Source of Ionizing Radiation

question 29

Multiple Choice

What would be an external source of ionizing radiation?

• A) A needle containing a radioisotope implanted beside the tumor
• B) Gamma rays delivered by a cobalt machine
• C) A dose of a radioactive drug to be ingested
• D) A fluid containing radioactive material instilled in a body cavity

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