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Which of the following technical factors or equipment will best reduce the gonadal dose?

Which of the following protective measures may radiographers use to protect the patient from unnecessary radiation exposure?1. high-kilovoltage (peak) exposure factors2. reducing the field size3. slow-speed screens

A 13 year old girl comes to the radiology department for scoliosis evaluation. In order to produce the highest degree of radiation protection for developing breast tissue, which of the following positions should be employed?

If a radiographer stands 3m away from an x-ray tube and is subject to an exposure rate of 5 mR per hour, what will the exposure rate be if the same radiographer moves to a position located 6m away from the x-ray tube?

Protective eyeglasses with optically clear lenses should contain a minimal lead equivalent protection of:

If a radiographer stands 3m away from an x-ray tube and is subject to an exposure rate of 5 mR per hour, what will the exposure rate be if the same radiographer moves to a position located 6m away from the x-ray tube?

Secondary radiation includes ________________________ radiation and ____________________ radiation. 

Which of the following are considered to be benefits of a repeat analysis program?1. Increased awareness among staff and student radiographers of the need to produce optimal quality images2. Radiographers generally become more careful in producing their radiographs because they are aware that the radiographs are being reviewed3. When the repeat analysis program identifies problems or concerns, in-service education programs covering these specific topics may be designed for imaging personnel

Which of the following are especially important to shield during a radiographic procedure because of their increased sensitivity to radiation? 1. Breast tissue2. Muscle tissue3. Reproductive organs4. Lens of the eye

Which of the following are considered to be benefits of a repeat analysis program?1. Increased awareness among staff and student radiographers of the need to produce optimal quality images2. Radiographers generally become more careful in producing their radiographs because they are aware that the radiographs are being reviewed3. When the repeat analysis program identifies problems or concerns, in-service education programs covering these specific topics may be designed for imaging personnel