What is the term given to the walls or partitions around the dental x-ray machine that protect the radiographer against scatter radiation?
What will be an ideal response?
Structural shielding. Plaster, cinderblock, two-and-a-half to three inches of drywall, 3/16 inch of steel, and 1 mm of lead are regularly used construction materials in buildings that provide adequate radiation protection.
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Which of the following indicates a good prognosis for recovery in TBI?
a. Increased time in post-traumatic amnesia b. Glasgow Coma Scale score of 6 or lower c. Presence of hypotension and hypoxia d. Presence of pupillary light reflexes
Operative Note: Patient has lumbar stenosis at L3–4 and L4–5. Surgeon performed a right partial L3 and partial L4 hemilaminectomy with undermining laminotomy for decompression of nerve roots.
"Nervous System Coding Drill" What will be an ideal response?
The lining of the digestive tract is formed from which layer?
a. Ectoderm b. Endoderm c. Mesoderm d. Both a and c
Discuss the implications of the following statement for the health care professional: "The best approach to safety is to focus on prevention.". Include at least five personal safety practices that contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries