Each of the following statements regarding the coin test is correct EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

a. A true test of the safelight uses a film pre-exposed to a small amount of radiation.
b. When the period of exposure to the safelight is up, the film is processed as usual.
c. A coin is placed on top of the unwrapped film for 10 minutes.
d. A coin test uses a coin and a lightly exposed film to determine safelight adequacy.


c. A coin is placed on top of the unwrapped film for 2–3 minutes. This time period simulates the approximate time required to aseptically unwrap a full mouth series and load the film in the processor.

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A) Ventilate B) Apply a cervical collar C) Control the source of hemorrhage D) Suction

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A) spend more time finalizing exam notes at the end of the workday. B) have less time available for patient education and counseling. C) spend more time determining and documenting billing codes. D) spend less time revising prescriptions.

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