A Wedge Filter Is Used to Alter the Isodose Distribution

question 3

Multiple Choice

A wedge filter is used to alter the isodose distribution on an anterior chest field.The MU setting must be ________________ to account for the wedge filter in the field.

• A) increased
• B) decreased
• C) unchanged

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