Radiographic competencies of the dental assistant and dental hygienist include each of the following EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?
a. The ability to recognize quality radiographs
b. The ability to identify the cause of poor-quality radiographs
c. The ability to complete necessary state documentation of safe operating equipment
d. The ability to apply appropriate corrective actions to failed quality control tests
c. While members of the oral health care team play a key role in monitoring the radiographic equipment, most states usually require that a qualified health physicist or technician perform in-depth testing on a regular basis.
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