What produces thin black lines or smudges often in a pattern on the radiograph?
What will be an ideal response?
Static electricity. Static electricity is produced when the radiograph is pulled out of the film packet too quickly in a low-humidity environment. Static electricity creates a white light spark that locally exposes (blackens) the film.
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A) Check the baby's breath sounds B) Administer high-concentration oxygen to the baby C) Clamp and cut the cord D) Dry the baby with a warm towel
When handling synthetic absorbable sutures, soak them in saline before using to allow better pliability
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a. 3 only c. 2 and 3 b. 1 and 2 d. 1, 2, and 3
All care provided to elderly individuals should allow as much independence as possible
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