If a disease causes the affected body tissue to ____, there will be greater attenuation of the x-ray beam.

a. decrease in density
b. increase in density
c. atrophy
d. increase in contrast


b. increase in density

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A) Enforcement B) Economic incentives C) Engineering D) Education

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Complications associated with insertion of a transtracheal O2 catheter include all of the following except:

a. bleeding. b. pneumothorax. c. bronchospasm. d. abscess.

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The term consult is used when a patient is seen by the provider for follow-up visits

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following is not a function of the tube head?

A) It allows all radiation to exit. B) It provides grounding for the electrical components. C) It protects the x-ray tube from accidental damage. D) It prevents overheating of the x-ray tube.

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