Which of these terms best describes the x-rays that are coming directly from the focal spot on the target of the x-ray tube?

secondary beam
filtered beam
scatter beam
primary beam


primary beam

Rationale: primary beam – X-rays originate from the focal spot.

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A. Cervical cancer B. Fibroids C. Cervicitis D. Vaginitis E. Endometriosis

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The following questions will require the use of an ICD-9-CM code book to complete the sentence. Millie Brinilli was seen for a suspicious lesion on the left thigh. Due to her age, we decided to do a biopsy and reserve decision on a more invasive treatment at this time. The coder would assign code __________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which of the following phrases best describes an established patient?

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