Less radiation is required to produce an acceptable image in children than in adults
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True. As the bone structure on children is smaller and less dense than that of an adult, less radiation is required to produce an acceptable image.
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a. fetal death b. lower birth weight c. placenta previa d. preterm labor
Mannitol is given to increase intracranial pressure (ICP) in patients with intracranial hemorrhage
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
When taking an ECG, the position of the first chest lead V1 is
The presence of polychromatophilic RBCs on a blood film suggest that there will be:
a. An increase in the reticulocyte count b. Decreased production of RBCs in the bone marrow c. Neutrophilia d. Lymphopenia