The amount of energy deposited in the teeth or soft tissue by any type of radiation is called the:

a. exposure amount.
b. absorbed dose.
c. dose equivalent.
d. background radiation.


b. Absorbed dose is the traditional unit of measure referring to the amount of energy deposited in tissues by any type of radiation.

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

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Which of the following does NOT fall under the category of dependents?

a. Spouse or domestic partner b. Children c. Subordinates d. Stepchildren

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________ Nitroglycerin is administered sublingually

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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High tidal volumes and/or high levels of PEEP can cause which of the following?

a. Improvement in pulmonary blood flow b. Increased right ventricular afterload c. Interventricular septum shifts to the right d. Increased myocardial perfusion

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