The use of proper positioning _________ and lines provide the technologist with a guideline for directing the central ray to the appropriate body part.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


landmarks Landmarks help the technologist to position more effectively.

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disease. The patient was seen in my office two weeks ago, complaining of pain in the right wrist. She denied any injury to the wrist. After running a series of tests, x-rays, and bone scintigraphy, she was diagnosed with idiopathic avascular necrosis of the carpal bone. First-listed diagnosis/principal diagnosis: ________ Secondary diagnoses: ________ Fill in the blank with correct word.

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By what amount can ventilation increase during strenuous exercise?

A. up to 20-fold increase B. 2-fold increase C. 10-fold increase D. 5-fold increase

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Three accrediting bodies address managed care organizations EXCEPT

A. NCQA. B. HEDIS. C. JC. D. AAAHC.

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If a patient's chest barely moves during inhalation, even if the patient's respiratory rate is normal, you should suspect that:

A. expiratory reserve volume is decreased. B. minute volume is decreased. C. overall tidal volume is increased. D. inspiratory reserve is increased.

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