When the x-ray beam is angled more than 15°, the field size is distorted and becomes longer than the image receptor. This will result in which of the following?

A. Unnecessary tissue exposure
B. Increased scatter radiation
C. Increased absorbed dose to the patient
D. All of the above


Answer: D

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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HMOs traditionally collect a monthly premium in exchange for:

a. one office visit a month. b. lower copayments than a PPO. c. provision of most health care needs. d. no copayments.

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Which of the following indicates information that is entered and stored into a computer?

Billing Product Data Inventory

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In addition to being written so that co-workers, clients, and families can understand them, clinical documentation must also be written so that ________ understand them

A) The media B) Quality managers C) Third-party payers D) Administrative assistants

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