What is one key factor to consider when attempting to minimize radiation exposure?
a. Position
b. Time
c. Square footage
d. Sensitivity
ANS: B
Time, distance, and shielding are key factors in minimizing radiation exposure. Personnel should stand at least 6 feet away from the x-ray and wear lead aprons or at least wear gonadal and sternal protection. Patients should also wear gonadal protection.
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a. The Federal Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act b. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act c. The Health Maintenance Act d. The False Claims Act
Chris answers the telephone, and the caller, a patient named Mr. Patterson, tells Chris that the physician asked him to call the office and let her know how the prescribed medication was working. Mr. Patterson begins to explain in detail how much better he feels and what effect he thinks the medication is having. What should Chris do?
A. Interrupt the patient and route the call to the physician B. Wait until the patient pauses, then tell him you will route the call to the physician C. Document the patient's description and relay the information to the physician D. Record the conversation and play it back for the physician later E. Listen to Mr. Patterson and thank him for calling; no documentation is necessary
A verb that expresses a command, preference, strong request, or condition contrary to fact represents the _______________ mood of a verb. ?
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
What is a fire fighter's initial objective during a confined-space incident?
a. make contact with the victim b. call for needed resources c. secure the scene d. stabilize the situation