Should exposure settings for edentulous areas be the same as for areas with teeth present?

What will be an ideal response?


No. Exposure settings for edentulous areas should be slightly less than the exposure required for the dentulous ridge. Because the edentulous ridge is less dense, the amount of radiation needed to produce an acceptable image is less.

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Code 54860 for a unilateral epididymectomy

A) True B) False

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a. Begin treatment and then transport. b. Call medical control for orders. c. Call the medical examiner. d. Pronounce the patient dead.

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The best way to reduce patient risk from radiation exposure is to follow ALARA principles

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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