What part of an intraoral film distinguishes the patient's right and left sides?

What will be an ideal response?


The identification dot. As the raised (convex) portion of the identification dot faces the x-ray tube and source of radiation, it may be relied on during film orientation to distinguish the right and left sides.

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A. Trench cut B. Vertical cut C. Exhaust cut D. Offensive cut

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What is the treatment of choice for a patient older than 40 years old with aplastic anemia?

a. Hematopoietic stem cell transplant b. Antibiotic agents c. Antithymocyte globulin (ATG) d. Erythropoietin

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All employees must be trained in the identification of hazardous chemicals within ________ of employment

a. 2 weeks b. 30 days c. 90 days d. Training of this type is not required.

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Reduce each fraction to lowest terms. 7/63 =

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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