Are panoramic radiographs acceptable substitutes for intraoral radiographs if a child cannot tolerate intraoral placement of the image receptor?
What will be an ideal response?
Yes. The panoramic radiograph is ideal for imaging overall jaw development and the eruption pattern of the teeth but cannot image structures with the degree of resolution and clarity of intraoral radiographs.
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A. anthelmintic B. anticoagulant C. vasopressor D. glucocorticoid
People in the baby boom generation in the United States are
A. challenging ageist beliefs and myths about older people. B. generally less active than their parents. C. not living as long as their parents. D. having more children than previous generations.
Which of the following communications should be used when preparing a patient for a laboratory test?
A. Use technical terminology and language when providing information about the test B. Use the patient's first name to establish a friendly atmosphere C. Avoid giving the patient test instructions if the patient has had the test before D. Let the patient be your guide in determining how much information to provide E. Interpret and communicate the test results to the patient as soon as they are available