There are national guidelines regarding who can place and expose dental radiographs

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


True. Passed into law in 1981 and updated in 1991, the federal Consumer-Patient Radiation Health and Safety Act was drafted to protect patients from unnecessary radiation. This act established minimum standards for state certification and licensure of personnel who administer radiation.

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Which of the following best describes the etiology of cerebral palsy?

A) A genetic disorder related to the chromosomes B) German measles, cerebral hypoxia, head injury, or any number of diseases C) Drug and alcohol abuse by the mother D) Typhoid, head injury, or rubella

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A common injury referred to as "whiplash" involves:

A) lateral flexion. B) hyperextension. C) hyperextension and hyperflexion. D) hyperflexion.

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Which is NOT a symptom of hypoglycemia?

A. frequent urination B. cold sweat C. hunger D. nervousness

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Which of the following describes the function of a claims assistance professional (CAP)?

A. assists patients in completing the paperwork necessary to obtain insurance payments B. helps the patient identify the amount that health insurance pays for a given service and how much the patient must pay C. assigns numeric codes to diagnostic, procedure, and treatment information D. works with insurance companies to resolve billing and payment problems

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