The radiographer should use powdered, nonsterile gloves made of latex or vinyl when placing intraoral radiographs
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
FALSE
Explanation: Powdered gloves should be avoided, as the powder residue can cause radiographic artifacts. Sterile gloves would be required for surgical procedures.
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Which one of the following statements shows an accurate understanding of the legal aspects of the prehospital care report (PCR)?
A) "The PCR is considered a legal document only when it describes a crime or act of violence." B) "A PCR can be used in a lawsuit only if that lawsuit is filed within six months." C) "The PCR may be subpoenaed even if the case centers around alleged negligence that occurred in the emergency department." D) "A copy of the PCR should be forwarded to the police any time law enforcement is involved in the call."
The directive "provide your staff with what they need to do their jobs well" means providing them with:
a. Whatever they want. b. Proper equipment and supplies. c. State-of-the-art software. d. Overtime pay.
Herceptin is an example of a drug that:
A) Is packaged with a specific diluent for reconstitution. B) Is prepackaged in IV bags. C) Is perfectly pH-balanced. D) Can precipitate if left at room temperature instead of refrigerated.
In the event that a pregnant patient is inadvertently irradiated
a. the radiographer performing the examination should perform the calculations necessary to determine fetal dose. b. the imaging department manager should perform the calculations necessary to determine fetal dose. c. the radiation safety officer or the medical physicist should perform the calculations necessary to determine fetal dose. d. the administrator of the hospital or imaging facility should perform the calculations necessary to determine fetal dose.