For bitewing radiographs, the radiographer should strive to ensure placement of the image receptor so that more of which arch, maxillary or mandibular, will be imaged?

What will be an ideal response?


To detect caries on the proximal surfaces of adjacent teeth. The ability to image incipient decay is particularly valuable in the molar region, where small carious lesions are often hidden because of the wide buccolingual dimensions of the teeth.

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For what type of patient is the platform crutch used?

a. Cannot bear weight on hands b. Has excessive arm strength c. Needs them short term d. Adaptability to stairs is not needed e. Patients who request them

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Which of the following measurements is written properly?

A) 0.10 B) .10 C) .001 D) .010

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