Each of the following should be considered when choosing the number and size of image receptors to expose on a child patient EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?
a. The sensitivity of the mucosa
b. The cooperation level of the child
c. The presence of the parent or caregiver
d. The size of the oral cavity
c. The number and size of image receptors to expose depends on the conditions and characteristics with which the patient presents.
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