Is it acceptable to recline the chair or tip the headrest back to facilitate obtaining an occlusal radiograph?
What will be an ideal response?
Yes. For the mandibular cross-sectional occlusal radiograph, the occlusal plane should be perpendicular to the floor. If these planes cannot be achieved by moving the patient's head, it is acceptable to either recline the chair and/or tip the headrest backward to achieve the correct patient position.
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What item regarding breathing rates must the EMT remember when assessing the respirations of a pediatric patient?
A) It is similar to that of an adult. B) It is typically slower than that of an adult. C) It is not significant in the assessment. D) It is usually faster than that of an adult.
Which of the following is the first step in obtaining an entry-level position?
a. Submitting a résumé b. Completing an application c. Finding a position of interest d. None of the above
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A) adults who have trouble producing a stool specimen. B) detection of pinworms. C) stool culture. D) screening for VRE.