Due to the energy within them, x-rays use which type of waves to break through the many layers of body tissues?

electronic
electromagnetic
heat
radioactive


electromagnetic

Rationale: Electromagnetic waves, in relation to x-rays, carry with them higher-frequency and shorter wavelengths and have greater penetrating ability than radiation with lower energy.

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a. Identify the scientific name of the organism. b. Identify any complications. c. Identify any manifestations. d. All of the above

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How does having access to the clinic's organizational chart potentially help an employee?

What will be an ideal response?

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The Current Dental Terminology (CDT) 2011 has twelve categories in the code standard

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Using a CPT manual, select the correct anesthesia code

Anesthesia: General Procedure: Second-degree burn excision with skin grafting for TBSA of 8 percent

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