What is placed in the film packet by the manufacturer to absorb scattered radiation?
What will be an ideal response?
Lead foil. Scattered x-rays that strike the film emulsion from the back side of the film will fog the film. Placing lead foil behind the film in the film packet prevents this from occurring.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
The value of prehospital intravenous infusions for trauma patients has been well established.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Each of the following statements regarding testing for darkroom light leaks is correct EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?
a. All lights, including the safelight, should be turned off. b. White-light leaks may be marked with tape or chalk so that they can subsequently be sealed. c. White-light leaks are visible as soon as the lights in the darkroom are turned off. d. Possible sources of light leaks include around the entry door and around pipes leading into the darkroom.
The role of the medical assistant in collecting blood specimens requires knowledge of each of the following EXCEPT ________.
A. asepsis B. basic circulatory anatomy C. vascular surgery D. phlebotomy equipment