After completing an upright abdomen radiograph using A.E.C., you notice some degree of motion artifact on the final image.
a. decrease the kVp.
b. increase your distance.
c. double the mA and decrease the kVp by 15%.
d. increase the kVp by 15%.
d. increase the kVp by 15%.
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A. 54% to 70%. B. 89% to 93%. C. 75% to 85%. D. 94% to 99%.
Which of the following statements regarding incidental trim is MOST accurate?
A) Building codes control incidental trim more rigidly because it is a continuous surface. B) Window frames are considered incidental trim. C) Material is generally considered incidental trim as long as it doesn't exceed ten percent of the wall and ceiling area. D) Doors are considered incidental trim.
When using a FOUR-digit Medicare "type of bill" code in form locator 4, the frequency is represented by the:
A) first digit. B) second digit. C) third digit. D) fourth digit.
There are about ________ programs for surgical technologists recognized by the Committee on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
A. 13 B. 30 C. 50 D. 130