Each of the following is a use of an occlusal radiograph EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

a. Detecting incipient, interproximal caries
b. Locating soft tissue calcifications
c. Assisting in the evaluation of fractures
d. Revealing retained roots of extracted teeth


a. The size and direction of placement of occlusal radiographs allows for viewing information not adequately seen on smaller periapical radiographs. Bitewing radiographs are ideally suited for detecting incipient interproximal decay.

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A. Group B B. Group I C. Group S D. Group R

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An elderly patient has fallen down a flight of stairs and is complaining of neck and back pain and weakness to both legs. Your primary assessment reveals no life threats to the airway, breathing, or circulation. Manual in-line spinal stabilization is being maintained. Which of the following actions should you take next?

a. apply high-flow oxygen and move the patient to a stretcher for transport. b. complete a secondary assessment looking for injuries. c. place an oral airway and begin assisting ventilation. d. place a cervical collar on the patient and immobilize him to a long spine board.

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