What is placed in the film packet by the manufacturer to absorb scattered radiation?

What will be an ideal response?


Lead foil. Scattered x-rays that strike the film emulsion from the back side of the film will fog the film. Placing lead foil behind the film in the film packet prevents this from occurring.

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A) once the patient has completed the prescribed medical treatment. B) when the patient chooses to end the doctor–patient relationship. C) when the physician writes a letter indicating the reason for termination of care. D) all of the above

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Kantian ethics is concerned with

a. rights. b. duties. c. happiness. d. the total amount of happiness in the world. e. privileges.

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Examination of stained fecal smears:

A. is of no use in identifying Giardia B. is particularly useful to ID protozoa C. must be done immediately after staining D. can be completed in 5 minutes

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The ____ drainage system is the most common chest tube drainage system.

A. one-chamber B. two-chamber C. three-chamber D. four-chamber

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