Your Patient Has Heard a Lot of Stories and Is

question 16

Multiple Choice

Your patient has heard a lot of stories and is apprehensive about receiving x-rays.Which of the following could you tell your patient to calm her fears?

• A)We will be using low amounts of radiation,which are safe and will not cause you any harm.
• B)D speed film will be used because it is faster than F speed film.
• C)Fast film is used instead of a digital sensor because there is less radiation exposure with film.
• D)Images are prescribed on an individual basis.We will only take the images that are needed to provide a thorough oral assessment.This will limit your radiation exposure.

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Definitions:

HSLA Steel

High-Strength Low-Alloy Steel, a type of carbon steel that combines strength, weldability, and corrosion resistance at a lower weight.

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