Theoretically, the ideal focal spot would be a point source

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


True. This is true conceptually. However, a point focal source would create extreme heat and burn out the x-ray tube.

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A physician who coordinates a patient's care and refers patients to specialists is a(n):

A) preferred provider physician (PPP). B) referring gatekeeper. C) primary care physician (PCP). D) primary physician coordinator (PPC).

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A code for a chest x-ray may be found in:

A. 0001F-6005F. B. 0016T-0170T. C. 00100-01999. D. 70010-79999.

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What is the basic function of the respiratory system?

A) Transport oxygen throughout the body B) Provide nutrients to the cells absorbed into the bloodstream C) Release oxygen from the body via hemoglobin sites D) Exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide with the environment

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Data collected through which of the following methods are commonly used for surveillance?

a. Vital registration. b. Randomized clinical trials. c. Disease notifications. d. Population surveys. e. A & C f. A & D g. A, C, & D h. All of A, B, C, and D

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