Which term describes the white areas on the processed radiograph?

density
penumbra
radiolucent
radiopaque


radiopaque

Rationale: radiopaque – is the term that is used to describe the "white" or opaque areas on a radiographic film. The denser material, such as bone, will appear radiopaque.

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A. writing prescriptions for medications B. writing down incoming calls from other physicians C. writing instructions for patients on the use of free samples D. writing directions to the pharmacy for patients

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Which of the following is a single early electrical impulse that originates in the AV junction, occurring before the next expected sinus impulse and causing an irregularity in the rhythm?

A. PJC B. Junctional tachycardia C. Junctional escape rhythm D. SVT

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The tissue of the tooth made of blood vessels and nerves held in place by connective tissue is the ____

A) enamel B) cementum C) dentin D) pulp

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Facilities need to have in place a _________________________ in the event of an emergency that damages systems containing electronic PHI

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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