DXA scanning relies on the assessment of BMD for an individual and compares this value to

a. similar persons in the same age group.
b. persons with peak bone mass in their twenties.
c. persons with similar lifestyles and ethnicity.
d. the BMD value from early childhood.


b. persons with peak bone mass in their twenties.

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With trauma radiography, which of the following is most important and should never be sacrificed?

A. Minimizing of distortion B. Inclusion of related anatomy C. Density/brightness and contrast D. Magnification

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What amount of residual urine is considered abnormal? 

A. 10 mL B. 25 mL C. 40 mL D. 50 mL E. 70 mL

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Define each of the following terms:

proctologist

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