To set a breathing technique for an exam, the technologist will need to adjust all of the following except:

photocell
mA
time
kVp


photocell

Rationale: A breathing technique is set manually. AEC cannot be programmed for a predetermined length of exposure. The technologist will set the kVp, a lower mA station, and a time of approximately 3-4 seconds.

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Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea is defined as:

A) dyspnea that is brought on by excessive movement during sleep. B) sitting upright in a chair in order to facilitate effective breathing. C) the inability to function at night due to severe difficulty breathing. D) acute shortness of breath that suddenly awakens a person from sleep.

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a. Whether insurance covers the procedure b. Which insurance plan does the patient have c. Whether a referral is required d. All of the above

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a. 10J00ZZ b. 10J14ZZ c. 10J22ZZ d. 10J10ZZ

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